Occupational Therapist I (2024-1892)

Carewest Innovative Healthcare; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their team in Red Deer. This role focuses on delivering mental health services to individuals affected by operational stress injuries, utilizing various treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy and group treatments. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with trauma-exposed professionals within a supportive interdisciplinary team environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those who have served, this role is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to providing exceptional care and support.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Master's program in Occupational Therapy.
• Registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists.

Responsibilities

• Provide client care through focused assessment and treatment of operational stress injuries.
• Work within an interdisciplinary team to deliver mental health services.

Skills

PTSD treatment modalities

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Group mental health treatments

Treatment of occupational impairments

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Registration with Alberta College of Occupational Therapists

Membership in CAOT or SAOT

Tools

Connect Care

Job description

Position Details

Position Status: Temporary Full Time Term Ends: January 25, 2027

Location: OSI Red Deer, MH

Primary Care Clinics BW Hours: 77.50

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Days

Shift Times: 0800-1615

Union: HSAA

Rate of Pay: $38.90 - $51.80

PCN: 10OSI039

Date Competition Closes: April 28, 2025

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for providing client care through focused assessment, treatment, and discharge planning of individuals diagnosed with operational stress injuries (mental health conditions) resulting from policing or military service across Alberta. The Occupational Therapist I works within an interdisciplinary team to deliver mental health services. The position reports directly to the Senior Manager with clinical guidance by the Occupational Therapist III.

Areas of treatment include behavioral activation, in vivo exposure therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, return-to-work support, and may include trauma therapy or cognitive rehabilitation. Treatment is delivered in individual and group formats, both in person and virtually. Responsible for other related duties as required.

Program Summary:

Operational Stress Injury (OSI) Clinic – an outpatient clinic funded by Veterans Affairs Canada supporting former and current Canadian Forces members, and RCMP members suffering from operational stress injuries requiring specialized assessment and treatment.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from a recognized Master's or Degree program in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT)
• Eligible for membership in CAOT or SAOT
• Knowledge of PTSD treatment modalities is an asset
• Trained in treatment modalities addressing occupational impairments from PTSD, depression, OCD, insomnia, cognitive impairment, and anxiety is an asset

Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist preferred
• Prior experience in mental health working with trauma-exposed professionals; knowledge of military and policing occupations is an asset
• Facilitating group mental health treatments is an asset
• Experience delivering occupational therapy both in person and virtually
• Experience and training in Connect Care is an asset