Saint John Occupational Therapist 1 (OT01) PCN 1251802
Location: Saint John area (Horizon), _Occupational Therapist - Saint John Area, New Brunswick - Permanent Full Time

Competition #: 163860b External

Posted: October 12, 2026

Closes: January 10, 2027 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date: January 15, 2027

Location: Occupational Therapy

Job Classification: Occupational Therapist 1 (OT01)

Job Classification Type: SHCP

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

FTE: 1

Schedule: Day, subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement: English Essential

Salary: 42.2773 to 50.4322 per hour

JOB PURPOSE
The Occupational Therapist - Addictions and Mental Health is responsible for providing assessment, consultation and clinical services to enable individuals to engage in occupations of life.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Occupational Therapists and eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.

Ability to attend work on a regular basis.

Ability to perform the duties of the position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Occupational Therapist - Addictions and Mental Health is responsible for:

Participating in interdisciplinary care planning

Assessing, planning, and providing therapeutic interventions to individuals and groups

Using assessment tools to assess mental health competencies

Liaising with families, employers and community stakeholders

Monitoring and responding to high risk mental health activities

Maintaining clinical records and documentation

Providing guidance and support to therapy assistants and other health care providers





Participating in developing and sharing information related to clinical skill sets, best practices and clinical guidelines

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY THE CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS

Assumes Qualified Responsibility

Demonstrates Practice Knowledge

Utilizes a Practice Process

Thinks Critically

Communicates Effectively

Engages in Professional Development

Manages the Practice Environment

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK

Analytical Thinking

Flexibility

Mentoring & Coaching

Planning and Prioritizing Work

Problem Solving

Teamwork and Collaboration

About Horizon's Recruitment Process
We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement
Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

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📌 Saint John Occupational Therapist 1PCN 1251802 (New Brunswick)
🏢 Horizon Health Network
📍 New Brunswick