Occupational Therapist

Quesnel School District #28; Quesnel; On-site; CAD 64,901 - 116,190; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Pension plan

Job summary

Quesnel School District #28 in Quesnel, British Columbia, is seeking a temporary Occupational Therapist to begin on September 1, 2026, to provide consultative services to students. Responsibilities include assessments, recommendations, and training of staff, while liaising with external professionals.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and offers a salary range from $64,901 to $116,190, alongside a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience working with student-aged children, especially those with multiple physical challenges.
• Experience working with children in integrated settings and with multidisciplinary teams is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultative services to students referred for service.
• Conduct assessments and provide recommendations to staff and families.
• Determine equipment needs and train staff as required.
• Liaise with external professionals and agencies.

Skills

Well-developed interpersonal skills

Ability to liaise between school staff and outside agencies

Strong organizational skills

Strong verbal and written skills

Strong initiative

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as a member of a team

Ability to relate effectively with parents and children

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the program

Own transportation for travel between schools

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Must be eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists

Eligibility for the College of Occupational Therapists of BC

Job description

Position

Occupational Therapist - temporary (All Grades or Levels)

FTE

0.6

Location

District Administration Office

Effective Dates

Commencing September 1, 2026, until June 30, 2027, or earlier depending on the return of the incumbent, with possibility of extension and/or reduction in FTE.

Responsibilities

The main duties are to provide consultative services to students as referred for service. This includes providing assessments, recommendations to staff and families, determination of equipment needs, training of staff and liaising with external professionals and agencies as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Must be eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and the College of Occupational Therapists of BC
• Experience working with student-aged children, especially those with multiple physical challenges
• Experience working with children in integrated settings and working with multidisciplinary teams would be considered an asset

Skills

• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Ability to liaise between school staff and outside agencies
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written skills
• Strong initiative
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work as a member of a team and maintain a positive work environment
• Ability to relate effectively with parents and children
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the program
• Own transportation for travel between schools is necessary

Benefits

The annual salary for the full-time Teacher ranges from $64,901 to $116,190, with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement. We also offer a competitive benefits package and pension.

The Quesnel School District is an equal opportunity employer.