Occupational Therapist - Long Term Care

Vancouver Coastal Health; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Employer-paid training

Wellness support program

Award-winning recognition

Job summary

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Recreation Therapy team at Berkley Care Centre in North Vancouver, BC. You will assess residents, plan goal-directed services, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote optimal health outcomes.

Responsibilities include documentation, program development, quality improvement initiatives, and contributing to education. The role requires BC OT licensure, registration with COTBC, and CAOT eligibility.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Current full registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia (COTBC).
• Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT).

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' occupational performance using an evidence-based approach.
• Plan and implement goal-directed OT services.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the service and maintain records.
• Prepare and maintain documentation and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Resident assessment

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Evidence-based practice

Education & mentorship

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

COTBC registration

CAOT eligibility

Job description

The salary range for this position is CAD $45.15/Hr. - CAD $56.17/Hr.

Come work as an Occupational Therapist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Recreation Therapy team at Berkley Care Centre in North Vancouver, BC.

Within the context of a resident and family centred care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, and the vision and values of Vancouver Coastal Health, this position provides occupational therapy services to enable residents to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes. Duties include assessing resident's occupational performance utilizing an evidence-based approach, planning and implementing goal directed services, evaluating the effectiveness of the service, preparing and maintaining records, participating in interdisciplinary research, demonstrating safe and effective resource utilization and quality management and contributing to the development, review and promotion of occupational therapy services. As required, contributes to the organization and delivery of occupational therapy services, and participates in departmental/program quality improvement initiatives, meetings, research and education.

Education & Experience

• Baccalaureate Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current full registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia (COTBC).
• Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of evidence-based clinical practice related to designated clinical area.
• Basic knowledge of occupational therapy standardised tests and measures.
• Broad knowledge of occupational therapy theory and practice within a resident and family centred model of care.
• Basic knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in resident care.
• Demonstrated ability to function as an effective team member.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and empower residents to assume control over their health.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and residents both one-on-one and in groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective consultation.
• Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others in a complex health care environment.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize when referral to another health care professional is required.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Skill in the use of equipment, and in the techniques appropriate to occupational therapy treatment.
• Basic computer literacy.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.