Occupational Therapist I (2025-0048)

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

Here’s your chance to be a part of our story! Carewest is one of Calgary’s leaders in exceptional care and we are looking for passionate helpers to join our team.

At Carewest, our mission is to support all clients in maintaining their quality of life as they transition through their health care journey. Our core values of Caring, Relationships, Excellence, Accountability and Teamwork guide how we provide care to those who need it the most.

With a strong focus on delivering quality care & safety to our residents & clients we strive to attract innovative thinkers looking for a rewarding career.

Help us make a difference and connect with us today!

Position Details

Position Status: Temporary Full Time Term Ends: January 25, 2027 Location: Glenmore Park, Occupational Therapy Seniors MH BW Hours: 77.50 FTE: 1.00 Shift: Days Shift Times: 0800-1615 Union: HSAA Rate of Pay: $38.90 - $51.80 PCN: 23.MHOT004

Date Competition Closes: May 27, 2025

Position Summary:

As part of a dynamic inter professional team, the person in this role is responsible for case management/prime therapy of up to 5 older adult clients with a primary mental health diagnosis, often with complex medical needs; for creating strong therapeutic relationships with clients in individual as well as group therapies; for facilitating family systems interviews; for performing ongoing mental health and risk assessments; for performing cognitive assessments for all clients on the unit as required, and collaborating with other members of the team. Responsible for other related duties as required.

Program Summary:

Geriatric Mental Health Program – a short-stay program for seniors who have primary psychiatric disorders who require assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to be able to return to the community. This is a voluntary program for those who are struggling with mental health conditions and who need more time for rehabilitation, improvement in their mental health and overall functioning.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from a recognized Degree program in Occupational Therapy

• Registration with AAROT

• AADL authorizer is an asset

• Eligible for membership in CAOT

Experience:

• Strong oral and written communication required.

• Previous mental health experience required

• Previous experience in group facilitation an asset.

• Previous experience in working with older adults an asset

• Previous experience in facilitating family systems interviews an asset

About Carewest:

We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.

We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.

Employees are required to use technologies, devices, resources and systems provided by the employer, as per Carewest policy and procedure. Adherence to relevant privacy legislation and best practice including HIA, FOIP and InfoCare Behaviours, is required.

Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca.