Rehabilitation Sciences
The Rehabilitation Sciences Sector (RSS) is a global leader in rehabilitation science education and research and is comprised of the Department of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy, Department of Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Sciences Institute, and the Department of Speech-Language Pathology.
RSS Directory
Director's Portfolio
The Director and Managers oversee the delivery of administrative services in the Sector. Additionally, this portfolio handles the support of the Departmental Chairs and RSI Director, individual unit and sector-wide communications, and projects ranging from accreditation to new initiatives.
Director
- Amanda Patterson, Director of Operations
Managers
- Fiona Caprani, Manager, Academic Programs
- Mark Melchior, Manager, Finance & Administration
- Diane Wiltshire, Manager, Student Services
Communications
- Jessica Boafo, Communications Officer (RSI, SLP)
- Rachel LeBeau, Communications Officer (OS&OT, PT)
Executive Support
- Traci Peggie, Administrative Coordinator (RSS)
- Sandra Sokoloff, Executive & Academic Appointments Coordinator (OS&OT)
- Thad Lizo, Executive & Academic Appointments Coordinator (PT)
- TBA, Executive & Academic Appointments Coordinator (SLP)
- Alexandrea Boafo, Assistant to RSI Director
Projects
- Linda Gural, Project Manager
Academic Programs
The Academic Programs team provides administrative support for clinical placements, curriculum, credentialing, and classroom support. We support faculty in ensuring an excellent educational experience for all students across the sector.
- Fiona Caprani, Manager, Academic Programs
Clinical Education
- Sonia Mistry, Clinical Placement Coordinator (OS&OT)
- Jane Kean, Clinical Placement Coordinator (PT)
- Nish Sarathy, Clinical Placement Coordinator (SLP)
- Kristina Smith, Clinical Placement & Program Coordinator
Curriculum Support
- Jeena Parmar, Curriculum & Classroom Support Specialist (OS&OT)
- Shane Brandon, Program Coordinator (PT)
Finance & Administration
The Finance & Administration team handles issues and questions related to HR, faculty status/adjunct appointments, grants, and financial matters. This portfolio also provides support for matters related to the building, including room reservations, keys, and FOB distribution.
Manager
- Jacinta Crasta, Manager, Finance & Administration
Finance & HR
- Shpresa Bace, Financial Assistant/ HR Administrator
- Finance: rss.finance@utoronto.ca
HR: rss.humanresources@utoronto.ca
- Finance: rss.finance@utoronto.ca
- Joanne Kim, Financial Administrator
- Finance: rss.finance@utoronto.ca
HR: rss.humanresources@utoronto.ca
- Finance: rss.finance@utoronto.ca
Academic Appointments
Annmarie Riley, Academic Appointment Coordinator
Research Support
- Dayna Frydman, Research Services Coordinator (OS&OT)
- Karin Trajcevski, Research Services Coordinator (PT & SLP)
RSS Operations & Building Services Admin
- Shari Jackson, Operations & Building Services Administrator
Student Services
The Student Services team provides administrative support for admissions, advising, convocation, student engagement, and student funding, ensuring the efficient delivery of student-focused services that enhance academic success and compliance with University policies.
Manager
- Diane Wiltshire, Manager, Student Services
Student Admissions & Support
- Withney McKnight, Admissions & Student Services Officer (OS&OT)
- Shannel Noseworthy, Admissions & Student Services Coordinator (PT)
- Robin Prince, Admissions & Student Services Coordinator (SLP)
- Loida Ares, Admissions & Student Services Coordinator (RSI)
Unity & Site Support
- Lorraine Subban, Program Coordinator (UTM)
- Tess Disturnal, OIEPB Program Assistant