Support mental health and addictions clients as an Occupational Therapist at Hants Community Hospital in Central Zone, working full time on a long assignment.
Nova Scotia Health seeks an Occupational Therapist for MHA CZ West Hants Community MH. You will collaborate with clients, caregivers, and families across hospital, home, and community settings. The work includes assessment, treatment, consultation, evaluation, follow-up, and individualized goal planning.
Key Responsibilities: Manage a busy caseload using clinical judgment and prioritization
Facilitate, restore, and maintain optimal client functioning
Provide education and support to families and caregivers
Conduct individual and group treatment and functional assessments




Contribute to student education and Occupational Therapy Assistant supervision
Requirements: Graduate of a C.A.O.T. recognized Occupational Therapy school
Licensed with the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia
Two years of relevant experience required
Current CPR certification and DSM knowledge
Counselling, communication, and psychotherapeutic approach familiarity
Bring clinical judgment, functional assessment, counselling, and collaborative care skills to mental health and addictions services.

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📌 Mental Health Occupational Therapist (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Nova Scotia Health Authority
📍 Nova Scotia