Community Occupational Therapist for Adults with DD

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 6,220,000 - 7,738,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Community Occupational Therapist to provide community-based OT services to referred clients in multi-site settings. The role includes caregiver consultation and education on rehabilitation strategies, with daily travel to client homes or community sites.

Applicants must be a licensed Occupational Therapist with CAOT eligibility, and have strong communication and organizational skills plus the ability to work autonomously within an interdisciplinary

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, speaking and organizational skills.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Class 5 driver's license - daily travel required.

Responsibilities

• Provide community-based Occupational Therapy services to referred clients.
• Educate clients, caregivers, staff and the community on rehabilitation interventions.
• Consult caregivers and collaborate with an Interdisciplinary Team.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Driver's license

Education

Graduation in Occupational Therapy

Active BC OT license

CAOT membership eligible

Job description

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Community Occupational Therapist to provide community-based OT services to referred clients in multi-site settings. The role includes caregiver consultation and education on rehabilitation strategies, with daily travel to client homes or community sites.

Applicants must be a licensed Occupational Therapist with CAOT eligibility, and have strong communication and organizational skills plus the ability to work autonomously within an interdisciplinary