ACT AP

Occupational Therapist

Infographic on OT in Assertive Community Treatment

The Occupational Therapist, often shortened to OT, are all registered under the Health Professionals Act, as the experts in addressing health and well-being through enabling client occupation.  This includes client-centred rehabilitative expertise such as completion of psycho-social rehabilitation (PSR) assessments to determine appropriate interventions. 

The role of the Occupational Therapist includes, but is not limited to, these duties:

  • Conducts comprehensive functional assessments (self-care, productivity, leisure, and housing) and provides interventions for activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental ADLs.
  • Provides cognitive assessments and recommendations to inform care planning.
  • Promotes quality of life by engaging clients in meaningful activities.
  • Prescribes basic equipment and assistive devices.

  • Offers education and support to increase independence through goal setting, coping strategies, and self-regulation.