Occupational Therapist (OT-CA22-009) - Bethany Calgary

BCS Bethany Care Society; Calgary; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethany Care Society in Calgary is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess residents, plan and implement interventions, and lead the Occupational Therapy Assistant/Therapy Assistant team. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to support residents’ goals and maintain thorough documentation of plans and progress.

Responsibilities include coordinating with families and external resources, ensuring personalized, compassionate care and adherence to Bethany Care’s standards and policies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or ACOT-equivalent recognized by ACOT.
• Registration with ACOT is required.
• Proven experience conducting comprehensive ADL assessments.
• Ability to collaborate with residents to identify goals and preferences, providing tailored interventions.
• Experience coordinating with families and care teams including AADL and seating clinics.
• Maintaining detailed healthcare records and resident-centered care plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of activities of daily living in alignment with Bethany Care's policies.
• Provide tailored interventions to enhance quality of life and functional abilities.
• Collaborate with families, acute care teams, and community resources to support residents' goals.
• Maintain detailed documentation and progress in healthcare records.
• Provide leadership and supervision to OT Assistants/Therapy Assistants as applicable.

Skills

Master's Degree

ACOT Registration

Comprehensive ADL Assessments

Care Plan Documentation

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Community Resources Coordination

Resident-Centered Care

Driver's License

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

About The Role

With a passion for care towards residents, families, and team members, the Occupational Therapist is responsible and accountable for the provision of resident assessments and interventions; site/ unit activities and maintenance therapy programs to optimize resident physical, cognitive, sensory, emotional, and social functions. The Occupational Therapist works in close liaison with the Interdisciplinary Team and is accountable to provide leadership and supervision to the Occupational Therapy Assistant/Therapy Assistant (as applicable).

What You Will Do

Service Excellence: Conduct comprehensive assessments of activities of daily living in alignment with Bethany Care's policies and procedures, collaborating with residents to identify personal goals and preferences.

Ensure each resident’s needs, preferences, and goals are addressed in a personalized and respectful manner, providing tailored interventions that enhance their quality of life, optimize functional abilities, and continuously strive to uphold the highest standards of care and service.

Coordinate with families, acute care teams, and community resources (e.g., AADL, equipment vendors, seating clinics) to support residents in achieving their goals.

Maintain detailed documentation in healthcare records, including resident-centered care plans, ensuring accurate tracking of resident participation and progress.

Teamwork: Collaborate closely with the Interdisciplinary Team to deliver integrated and holistic care to residents, while fostering a foster a supportive and positive work environment through building strong relationships with team members, residents, and families.

Work effectively alongside Occupational Therapy Assistants/Therapy Assistants, offering guidance and support to ensure optimal outcomes.

Leadership: Exhibit strong decision-making skills, providing leadership within the Occupational Therapy Assistant(s) team and ensuring alignment with Bethany Care’s mission and values.

What You Bring

• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy or Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT) recognized equivalent.
• Registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT).
• Proven experience in conducting comprehensive assessments of activities of daily living, aligned with Bethany Care’s policies and procedures.
• Ability to collaborate with residents to identify personal goals and preferences, providing tailored interventions to enhance quality of life and optimize functional abilities.
• Experience coordinating with families, acute care teams, and community resources (e.g., AADL, equipment vendors, seating clinics) to support residents in achieving their goals.
• Skilled in maintaining detailed healthcare records, including resident-centered care plans, and ensuring accurate tracking of resident participation and progress.
• Strong understanding of resident care, occupational health, and safety policies and procedures.
• A commitment to providing exceptional, compassionate care that promotes the well‑being and independence of residents.
• Ability to address each resident’s needs, preferences, and goals in a personalized and respectful manner.
• Continuously strives to improve and enhance the quality of care while maintaining the highest standards of service.
• Valid class 5 drivers license as travel to other locations may be required.

Position Information

• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Site: Bethany Calgary Site Address: 916 18A St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1C6
• Classification: Occupational Therapist (OT-CA22-009) - Bethany Calgary
• FTE: 1.00
• Non- Union/Union: HSAA Department/Unit: Therapeutic Services - Calgary
• Time Type: Full time
• Position Type: Permanent
• Shift & Hours of Work: Days (0800 - 1615)
• Shift per Cycle: 20, 7.75 hour shifts in a 4 week cycle
• Position Start Date: 2026-08-28
• Position End Date: All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted.

Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer. Successful candidates will be required to obtain a Criminal Background Check and provide proof of all mandatory immunizations. Bethany Care Society complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). By forwarding your resume to Bethany you are consenting to the collection and use of your personal information for this job competition. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Bethany is one of Western Canada’s largest not-for-profit providers of care, housing, and community services for seniors and persons with disabilities. Since 1945, Bethany has provided high-quality, person-centred care focused on the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual well‑being of our residents and tenants.

At Bethany, our employees are the backbone that supports our model of quality care. We celebrate a workforce rich in diversity, and our employees are rewarded through meaningful work experiences. Our employees are a part of something bigger than themselves—we are a team of multidisciplinary professionals committed to “Creating Caring Communities. For more information, check out this video about Working at Bethany