Geriatric Mental Health OT — Casework & Group Therapy

Carewest Innovative Healthcare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Carewest Innovative Healthcare seeks a temporary full-time Occupational Therapist to join their Geriatric Mental Health Program in Calgary. The role involves case management and therapy for older clients with complex mental health needs, emphasizing therapeutic relationships and collaborative care. The position offers a chance to contribute significantly to patient rehabilitation and community reintegration.

Qualifications

• Graduated in Occupational Therapy with registration.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Previous mental health experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for case management and therapy for older adult clients.
• Facilitate family systems interviews and ongoing assessments.
• Collaborate with a dynamic inter professional team.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication

Mental health experience

Group facilitation

Working with older adults

Facilitating family systems interviews

Education

Graduation from a recognized Degree program in Occupational Therapy

Registration with AAROT

Membership in CAOT

Job description

Carewest Innovative Healthcare seeks a temporary full-time Occupational Therapist to join their Geriatric Mental Health Program in Calgary. The role involves case management and therapy for older clients with complex mental health needs, emphasizing therapeutic relationships and collaborative care. The position offers a chance to contribute significantly to patient rehabilitation and community reintegration.