TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY:

- Occupational Therapist, permanent, full-time

Main Purpose of the Job::

Assess, design, and implement tailored intervention plans for children experiencing developmental disorders, emotional disregulation and/or psychological challenges, as a means to enhance the child's quality of life.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Assess and evaluate the child's functional abilities and limitations to determine personalized plans.
- Judgement to modify occupational therapy techniques for each child to assess and determine interventions; plan, develop, implement, and assess individual and group therapy programs.
- Collaborate with the children and their families, and healthcare professionals and educators, to create goal-orientated programs.
- Maintain accurate documentation, including progress notes and treatment plans to ensure compliance with the regulatory requirements and practice standards in accordance with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.
- Maintain knowledge of current research, professional standards and practice.
- Uphold ethical standards and adhere to legal requirements in all aspects of practice, including confidentiality and informed consent.
- Train and supervise support personnel and students.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited institution.
- Registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia. (Provisional licensing considered)
- RASP – Registry of Autism Service Providers preferred




- Independent competencies in assessing, standardized testing, formulating treatment plans, and implementing interventions.
- Proficiency in utilizing various therapeutic techniques, assistive devices, and adaptive strategies.
- Maintain detailed records and ensure adherence to ethical and legal standards of the practice.
- Knowledge of body mechanics for moving, lifting, and transferring clients with dual safety.
- A high level of fluency in the English language, both spoken and written, to communicate effectively and write succinct, comprehensive reports.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively engage with families and teams.
- Advanced critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Commitment to improving and developing professional skills.

Working conditions::

- Ability to work in a physically active work environment, treating clients 1-19 years of age with varying developmental conditions.
- Must meet the physical and psychological requirements of the job.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $42.75-$53.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Perks:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Application question(s):

- Do you have a professional-level oral and written English language competency ?
- Are you permitted to work in Canada. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, Work Visa.)

Licence/Certification:

- Registered or qualified to register with the CHCPBC? (required)

Work Location: In person

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