Career Opportunities

Interested in joining our team?

Gowan Consulting is a Canadian-owned, national organization with a network of Occupational Therapists located in each province. We provide in-person and virtual services nationally and training and consultation internationally. We are proud to be certified by WBE Canada as a Women’s Business Enterprise. We work today as we always have, with companies that care about their employees’ well-being. Our mission is to collaborate with workplace stakeholders to provide customized solutions that lead to sustainable stay-at-work or return-to-work.

Currently searching for: Human Resources Generalist

Job type: Full-time, permanent

Pay: $65,000-$85,000 per year

Role Summary:

If you are a people-first HR professional who thrives in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment and have experience in healthcare or professional services/consulting, and ideally are located in London or the GTA we’d love to hear from you!

The HR Generalist will play a critical role of overseeing key functions such as onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, policy management, and company culture. This role ensures smooth day-to-day HR operations and drives initiatives that support our growing and dynamic team.

We are particularly seeking candidates with prior experience in healthcare or professional services/consulting environments who understand the unique needs of multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced, client-centered organizations.

Duties:

• Asset Management: Manage company assets, including computers, cell phones, and office equipment inventory.
• Hiring & Onboarding: Lead end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and orientation processes to ensure new hires are supported and integrated into the team successfully.
• Employee Relations (ER): Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers for conflict resolution, complaint handling, and performance improvement strategies.
• Benefits Administration: Oversee employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives.
• Payroll Support: Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate payroll execution, including salary adjustments and deductions.
• Policy Review & Maintenance: Develop, update, and enforce HR policies to ensure compliance with employment laws and internal guidelines.
• Company Culture & Engagement:
  • Champion initiatives that promote company vision, mission, and values.
  • Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) through actionable programs and practices.
  • Plan and coordinate team-building events, staff recognition, and leadership meetings.
• Professional Development: Support training, certification, and upskilling opportunities for employees.
• HR Strategy & Compliance: Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals and employment law requirements.
• Job Descriptions & Salary Benchmarking: Create, review, and update job descriptions. Conduct annual salary surveys to ensure competitive compensation.
• Company Policy Expert: Act as the point of contact for policy interpretation and employee inquiries.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. CHRP/CHRL certification preferred.
• Experience:
  • 2-5+ years of HR generalist experience, with preference for experience in healthcare, professional services, or consulting organizations.
  • Proven ability to support multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced, client-centered environments.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of Canadian employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in HR software/tools for payroll, benefits, and performance tracking.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proven ability to promote a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace culture.
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive issues.

What We Offer:

• Remote work arrangement with expectation to travel as needed for in-person meetings.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative, supportive, and innovative work environment.

Contact Mary Ann Kaczmarek at [email protected] for any questions or to apply.

Do you want to work in an environment where you are professionally challenged, clinically supported, and encouraged to grow? Do you want to work with businesses and their employees to support employee health and productivity? Do you want to work with fellow OTs who love what they do?

We are always looking for talented Occupational Therapists who have a passion for and experience in assessing and treating employees with a goal of stay-at-work and return-to-work. Gowan operates on a sub-contract model, providing maximum flexibility to Occupational Therapists who wish to operate in a private practice capacity. As our business grows, we are also looking to fill full-time positions.

Currently searching for: Full Time Occupational Therapist

We have immediate openings for Occupational Therapists in the GTHA and Southwestern Ontario on a full time, permanent basis.

What we offer you:

Administrative Support: You will have the support of a team of administrative professionals assisting you in your reporting and referral management. This allows you to do what you do best!

Active Clinical Mentorship: Our team of clinical leads and Director of OT will work with you as needed to build skills to work with a variety of populations in a variety of work environments.

Flexibility: You will work from your home office and assess and treat clients in their homes, communities, and workplaces. You will also use virtual technology as required or preferred.

Variety: You will have the opportunity work with a varied clinical caseload and the opportunity to get involved in training and leadership activities.

Case Management System: We provide a secure case management system for all your documentation needs. This system meets the requirements of your regulatory body.

Tools: We will provide you with required equipment: computer, mobile phone, ergonomic office tools. You will have access to assessment tools and a database of clinical resources to use with clients. 

Salary and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary and benefits program which includes long term disability and a healthcare spending account. As well we provide you with an annual budget towards professional development and training and to all our internal training materials.

What you offer us:

• You enjoy working with employers to facilitate sustainable stay-at-work and return-to-work solutions.
• You understand the importance of work and productivity to individual health and business success.
• You are a self-starter and thrive in an autonomous work environment.
• You think critically and have well developed problem-solving skills.
• You are great with people and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• You have access to a secure and confidential work environment and technology to protect the privacy of our clients.
• You have expertise and interest in ergonomics, workplace accommodation, return-to-work, and/or mental health.
• You have interest in clinical work, training and some marketing
• Preference will be given to those with additional training and competence such as ergonomics, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, ACT, and Exposure Therapy.

Required:

• The ability to travel to employee and client locations and periodically to other locations
• You are registered and in good standing with College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• You will work with our electronic file management system which will allow you to communicate with clients and keep secure records online (anywhere, anytime).

We work with our customers, their employees, and our therapists to provide a safe work environment for all.