We’re seeking Independent Therapists
Bring your expertise, keep your freedom. Functional Focus Therapy provides client-centered care that supports independence and meaningful participation in daily life — and we’re expanding our team across the HRM.
Flexible · IndependentBring your expertise, keep your freedom
A collaborative, multidisciplinary team with the autonomy independent therapists want and the support they deserve.
One-to-one mentorship
Clinical support and one-to-one mentorship from experienced leadership.
Secure leadership
Secure, supportive company leadership you can rely on.
Multidisciplinary team
Collaborate with OTs, SLPs, and BCBAs in one connected team.
Ongoing development
Opportunities for continuous professional development.
Work-life balance
Flexible scheduling that supports real work-life balance.
Available positions
Independent, flexible contractor roles across Halifax and the HRM — in-home, community-based, and virtual.
Occupational Therapist (OT)
HRM · in-home & community · Independent · $65–$75/hour
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Halifax · hybrid community & virtual · Independent · $70–$80/hour
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Halifax · hybrid community & virtual · Flexible · $70–$80/hour
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Location: HRM (in-home and community-based services depending on client needs)
Employment type: Flexible, Independent Therapist
Compensation: $65–$75/hour (based on experience)
Role overview
The Occupational Therapist will deliver high-quality, evidence-based services to children, youth, and families. This role is ideal for a clinician who values autonomy, flexibility, and meaningful therapeutic relationships.
Key responsibilities
- Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Provide direct OT intervention for functional, sensory, motor, and daily-living goals
- Maintain accurate documentation and professional communication
- Deliver services in various settings as needed
Qualifications
- Registered Occupational Therapist in good standing with the provincial regulatory body
- Experience in pediatrics, sensory processing, neurodiversity, or developmental delays
- Ability to work independently as a contractor
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel (if required)
What we offer
- Flexible scheduling
- Competitive contractor compensation
- Supportive, collaborative environment
- Opportunities for professional growth as caseload expands
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia (hybrid: community and virtual)
Employment type: Flexible, Independent Therapist
Compensation: $70–$80/hour (based on experience)
What you'll be doing
- Conduct comprehensive assessments using both standardized and informal tools
- Design and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each client
- Support clients with a wide range of needs, including speech and language disorders, social communication challenges, cognitive-communication difficulties, swallowing disorders, and voice disorders
- Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team (OTs, SLPs, and BCBAs) to provide holistic, family-centered care
- Teach and coach families to support skill development beyond therapy sessions
- Participate in weekly professional development and monthly team meetings
- Contribute to community education and outreach initiatives
What you bring to the team
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Registered and in good standing with NSRASLP
- Experience working with children and adults, including individuals with complex needs
- Strong foundation in assessing and treating communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan
- Interest or experience working with neurodivergent populations using a trauma-informed approach
- Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and collaboration skills
- Comfort with technology and willingness to learn platforms such as JaneApp
- Valid driver's license, clear Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry
Bonus assets: fluency in French, Arabic, or Cantonese to better support our diverse community.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia (hybrid: community and virtual)
Employment type: Flexible
Compensation: $70–$80/hour (based on experience)
What you'll be doing
- Conduct comprehensive behavioural assessments (e.g., functional behaviour assessments)
- Develop and oversee individualized behaviour intervention plans
- Provide direct and indirect ABA services across settings (home, community, virtual)
- Supervise and mentor behaviour technicians and junior staff, as applicable
- Collaborate closely with OTs, SLPs, and other professionals to support whole-family care
- Train and coach caregivers to implement strategies consistently across environments
- Monitor client progress, analyze data, and adjust programming as needed
- Participate in weekly professional development and monthly team meetings, and contribute to community outreach
What you bring to the team
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing
- Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field
- Experience working with children and/or adults with diverse and complex needs
- Strong knowledge of ABA principles, ethics, and evidence-based practices
- Experience conducting assessments and developing behaviour plans
- Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
- Commitment to compassionate, client- and family-centered care
- Comfort with technology and willingness to learn tools such as JaneApp
- Valid driver's license, clear Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry
Bonus assets: experience within multidisciplinary teams; trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming approaches; fluency in French, Arabic, or Cantonese.
Apply to join the team
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