Occupational Therapist - Vocational Services Department

Permanent Full Time Individual Contrib Calgary, AB, CA

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 29320

Develop your potential. Make a difference.

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of Canadians? At Lifemark, your work makes a real difference—expanding access to care and creating lasting impact in the communities you serve.

Aspartof ourVocational Servicesteamyou willworkwith diverse and barriered populations - such as individuals with disabilities, mental health and addiction challenges, newcomers, youth, veterans, Indigenous peoples, and those with limited education or work experience; helping them successfully enter and remain in the workforce.

About our Calgary Vocational Services Team

The Calgary Vocational Services team are passionate about enriching the health of their clients through a holistic approach, as the Occupational Therapist you will play a vital role in delivering care within a progressive and collaborative atmosphere.

Diversity and Inclusion matter here. We’re building teams that reflect the communities we serve and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive

This role is full time and permanent located in our Calgary Sunridge clinic in a bustling commercial and retail district in Northeast Calgary, there will be some local travel required.

We welcome applications from New Grads.

Your impact

You willfacilitate a safe, timely, and sustainable return to work for employees after injury, illness, or disability by analyzing the intersection of the worker's functional abilities and the job's demands. In this role, you will:

- Evaluate the worker's physical,



cognitive, and psychological functions, as well as job demands and workplace environment
- Develop tailored plans to help workers return to their pre-injury roles or alternative work.
- Designpersonalisedprograms to enhance job readiness, promotephysicalhealthand increase the chances oflong-termemploymentsuccess
- Perform clinical evaluations,provide exercises, functional tasks, and cognitive strategies (e.g., pacing, energy conservation) to address injury-related deficits.
- Teach techniques like mindfulness, relaxation, and sleep hygiene to manage pain, fatigue, and emotional distress.
- Provide educationto theclientand employer about the recovery process, the benefits of staying connected to work, and their roles in the plan.
- Provide tailored support through work simulationactivities andwork conditioning programs
- Record assessment and treatment interventions in the client's chart
- Excel in a collaborative, inter-disciplinary team setting
- Exhibit sound professional judgment

Are you the right fit?

As one of the largest networks of OTs in the nation, you will work within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment, delivering high-quality, client-centered care across multiple clinics, or specific clinic and community settings. Key skills and qualifications include:





- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists in your province.
- 1-3 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist is preferred
- Newly Licensed Graduates are accepted
- Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle may be required
- In some cases, Valid Vulnerable Sector screening check
- In some cases, Proof of Tuberculin (2-Step Mantoux Test) clearance (within 6 months)

Other Requirements:

- Clinical experience is an asset in areas such as brain injury/neurological rehabilitation, mental health, musculoskeletal/orthopedic injury, home safety, ergonomics and/or return to work.
- Passion for your profession and commitment to ongoing professional development
- Superior interpersonal relations, communication, problem-solving, time management, computer and documentation skills
- Proficiency in computer skills
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
- Proficiency in computer skills.
- Bilingualism - French and English are assets.

Working at Lifemark

We believe that when our team members thrive, our patients feel the difference We’re committed to empowering you to build a fulfilling career, providing the support you need to explore your interests and create your own path. Wherever you are in your career, Lifemark offers the support you need to succeed. You can develop your clinical skills and entrep

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