Occupational Therapist

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist for the Gordon Head Health Unit in Victoria, BC. The role focuses on planning, delivering and evaluating rehabilitation services for clients with chronic, acute, palliative or rehabilitative needs in the community setting.

Reporting to the Manager, you will work with an interdisciplinary team to assess, educate and coordinate care, ensuring client-centered, safe home-based interventions while complying with BC college guidelines and

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 in a community-based therapy program or equivalent.
• Valid BC Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, implement and evaluate rehabilitation care for clients in the community.
• Assess, treat and educate clients and liaise with other health care professionals.
• Follow client-centered care to maintain functional independence in a home environment.
• Adhere to VIHA policies, procedures and professional codes of ethics.

Skills

Client-centered care

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Community knowledge

Physical ability

Equipment operation

Clinical judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Current license with BC College of Health Care Professionals (CHCPBC)

BC Driver's Licence

Job description

Gordon Head Health Unit - Oak Bay/Gordon Head Community Health Services (GHHU) - Victoria, BC V8N 4A9 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

0800-1618 ; 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

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.

NOTE: experience within Community Health Services is an asset. Applicants who require training in CHS must be able to commit to minimum 3-4 days per week, for at least six weeks, to complete their training.