09 Nov
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Recovery Alberta
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Calgary
09 Nov
Recovery Alberta
Calgary
Support adolescents with complex mental health needs as an Occupational Therapist in Calgary’s Youth Community Support Program. Apply evidence-informed practice and team-oriented care.
Reporting to the Program Manager, the Occupational Therapist I provides consultation, assessment, and treatment for youth ages 13 to 18. Services address developmental, cognitive, and behavioural disorders within family-centered care. The work includes occupational performance, rehabilitation, education, and coordination with schools, community agencies, families, and CAAMHPP services.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide consultation, screening, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment
Establish cooperative goals with adolescents and families
Coordinate services with schools and community agencies
Participate in case conferences and interprofessional teams
Document care and contribute to program evaluation
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
Registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists
Five years’ clinical experience with adolescents and families
Understanding of DSM-V diagnoses and evidence-based interventions
Knowledge of standardized occupational therapy measures
Use adolescent mental health expertise, family-centered practice, and occupational therapy assessment skills at East Calgary Health Centre.
📌 Adolescent Mental Health Occupational Therapist Calgary
🏢 Recovery Alberta
📍 Calgary