Occupational Therapist

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Salt Spring Island Electoral Area; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) seeks an Occupational Therapist to plan, implement and evaluate rehabilitation services for clients in the Salt Spring Island area. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to assess and educate patients, promoting independence within safe home environments.

Reporting to the manager, you will provide client-centered care, collaborate with other professionals, and uphold VIHA standards.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy.
• Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as an Occupational Therapist.
• Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT).
• Two (2) years of recent related experience including community-based therapy.
• Valid BC Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat and educate clients with chronic, acute, palliative or rehabilitative needs.
• Plan, organize, implement and evaluate rehabilitation care.
• Consult and liaise with other health care professionals.
• Apply client-centered care to maintain independence in a safe home environment.
• Adhere to VIHA policies and procedures and professional ethics.

Skills

Client-centered care

Effective communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Knowledge of community resources

Physical ability

Equipment operation

Initiative and creativity

Professional judgment

Empathy

Education

OT degree/license (BC)

Licensure in BC College of CHPC OT

CAOT eligibility

Driver's licence (BC)

Job description

Salt Spring Island Health Unit (SSHU) - Salt Spring Island, BC V8k 1T1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As Required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$45.15 - $56.17

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Oct. 26 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate, and working as part of a interdisciplinary team, plans, organizes, implements and evaluates rehabilitation care for clients with chronic, acute, palliative or rehabilitative health care needs in the community setting. Duties and responsibilities include assessing, treating and educating clients and consulting and liaising with other health care professionals. The Occupational Therapist follows a model of client-centered care to maintain a continuum of occupational therapy services to promote and maintain optimal functional independence in a safe home environment. The Occupational Therapist applies the regulations and standards of practice and code of ethics as outlined in VIHA policies and procedures and the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy. Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as an Occupational Therapist. Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT). Two (2) years of recent related experience including experience working in a community based therapy program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's Licence.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to provide a client-centered holistic approach to care.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently, organize workload and establish priorities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
• Knowledge of community dynamics, agencies and resources.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to work independently and show initiative and creativity in clinical practice.
• Ability to deal effectively with a wide range of community and facility contacts.
• Ability to demonstrate sound professional judgment, empathy, tact and integrity.
• Excellent assessment, care planning and coordination skills.