Community Occupational Therapist - Kamloops Region

CBI Health; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 100,289,000 - 114,616,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Professional development

Job summary

CBI Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a part-time opportunity in the Kamloops region. You will join a multidisciplinary team to support clients returning to work and improving quality of life.

The role emphasizes community-based practice, comprehensive assessments, and collaboration with stakeholders. Applicants must be a graduate of an OT program, registered with the BC College of Occupational Therapists, and have a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered Occupational Therapist with the College of Occupational Therapists in BC.
• Experience in the private sector and community-based settings.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver client outcomes within the community.
• Coordinate the return-to-work process with stakeholders for smooth workplace transition.
• Provide home, job, safety/attendant care assessments and ergonomic assessments as required.
• Conduct functional ability evaluations and insurer examinations.
• Deliver client education and job coaching as needed.
• Record workload data and maintain timely charting and reporting.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Community-based practice

Ergonomic assessments

Education

Graduate of a recognized School of Occupational Therapy

Job description

This is a part time opportunity offering up to 20 hours per week servicing our Kamloops region

As an Occupational Therapist in Kelowna, you’ll find the tools you need to help people return to the workplace and improve their quality of life. Throughout your career with us, you’ll continue to achieve your goals and work with a supportive team to go the extra mile for your patients. After all, our commitment to excellence goes beyond the way we serve our communities. We’ll empower you to enrich lives and achieve amazing results by doing what you do best.

Take an inside look at what you’ll do each day

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver excellent client outcomes within the community
• Work with clients with Mental Health diagnoses, brain and spinal cord injury
• Provide impartial home, job, and safety/attendant care assessments, functional ability evaluations, insurer examinations, ergonomic assessments, client education, and job coaching, as required
• Coordinate the return to work process with all stakeholders in a timely way, ensuring a smooth transition into the workplace
• Work closely with the team and other resources to develop new programs to meet identified client needs
• Network with internal and external stakeholders to promote new and existing programs
• Perform regular, timely charting, reporting and communication
• Record workload measurement data
• Attend staff meetings and case conference meetings, as required
• Provide professional services to other CBI facilities or departments, as required

Here’s What You’ll Need To Be Successful

• You are a graduate of a recognized School of Occupational Therapy
• You are a registered member in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists in BC
• Have experience in the private sector and working within the community
• Experience with Mental Health diagnoses, brain and spinal cord injuries
• Hold a valid driver's license and have access to a vehicle
• You are passionate about your profession and committed to ongoing professional development
• New Graduates are welcome to apply

What CBI Health Offers You

• Continuous learning and skills development, including management opportunities
• Training and mentoring from a national network of experts
• Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits and rewards package, including group health, dental and vision benefits, paid 100% by the employer
• Continuing training budget
• Excellent administrative support, so you can focus on your patients
• $70-$80 per hour as an Independent Contractor

About Us

CBI Health is committed to providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe and accepted as their authentic selves. We actively seek qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion and contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives that help us innovate and provide the best possible care to our clients.

We are committed to fostering a positive experience for all Indigenous applicants whether you’re First Nations (status or non-status), Inuit or Metis and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristics that make each of us different.

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