Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA-CA22-902) - Bethany Calgary

Bethanyseniors; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Bethany Calgary in Calgary, Alberta is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA-CA22-902) for a casual, variable-time role in a homelike care setting. You will support residents with centered care, assist therapy activities, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

You will document interventions accurately, uphold safety practices, and contribute to ongoing learning and teamwork within a compassionate community. English communication and physical stamina are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• Rehabilitation Assistant Diploma or equivalent.
• One year Occupational/Recreation experience in a Therapy setting.
• Knowledge of a variety of Occupational/Recreation program modalities.
• Ability to work in a physically and mentally demanding environment.
• Demonstrate ability to understand, speak, read and write effectively in English.
• Excellent observation, communication and problem solving skills.
• Must be able to operate simple tools to maintain or fix equipment.

Responsibilities

• Resident Centered Care – Promotes service excellence through active participation with the Interdisciplinary Team to achieve and maintain quality resident care within the scope of Occupational/Recreation Therapy as directed by the Therapist.
• Documentation – Accurate, comprehensive and timely documentation of resident care interventions and outcomes in alignment with Bethany policies and procedures.
• Safety – Contributes to a safe environment for residents, team and self by understanding and adhering to safety guidelines and practices at all times.
• Active Learning – Demonstrates the vision and values of Bethany and lives out the mission of Creating Caring Communities.
• Team Work – Cares for and actively participates and assists the Interdisciplinary Team to achieve and maintain a responsible atmosphere of resident centered care.

Skills

English proficiency

Observation skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Operate simple tools

Education

Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent

Rehabilitation Assistant Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Therapy modalities

Job description

## Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA-CA22-902) - Bethany CalgaryApply: Calgary, Alberta: Variable time: Posted Today: End Date: September 26, 2026 (10 days left to apply): JR1236**About The Role:**As a key member of our healthcare team, you will provide compassionate and client-focused quality care to individuals in a beautiful homelike setting. You are focused on the resident experience, not task completion. You assist wherever you are needed – at mealtimes, participating in therapies, or helping your colleagues.**What You Will Do:**Individual responsibilities will fall under five main areas of focus:* **Resident Centered Care** – Promotes service excellence through active participation with the Interdisciplinary Team to achieve and maintain quality resident care within the scope of Occupational/Recreation Therapy as directed by the Therapist.* **Documentation** – Accurate, comprehensive and timely documentation of resident care interventions and outcomes in alignment with Bethany policies and procedures.* **Safety** – Contributes to a safe environment for residents, team and self by understanding and adhering to safety guidelines and practices at all times.* **Active Learning** – Demonstrates the vision and values of Bethany and lives out the mission of Creating Caring Communities.* **Team Work** – Cares for and actively participates and assists the Interdisciplinary Team to achieve and maintain a responsible atmosphere of resident centered care. ## **What You Bring:*** Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.* Rehabilitation Assistant Diploma or equivalent.* One year Occupational/Recreation experience in a Therapy setting.* A working knowledge of a variety of Occupational/Recreation program modalities required.* Able to work effectively in a physically and mentally demanding environment.* Demonstrate ability to understand, speak, read and write effectively in English.* Excellent observation, communication and problem solving skills.* Must be able to operate simple tools to maintain or fix equipment.**Position Information:****Location:**Calgary, Alberta**Site:**Bethany Calgary**Site Address:**916 18A St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1C6**Classification:**Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA-CA22-902) - Bethany Calgary**FTE:**0.00**Non- Union/Union:**AUPE ANC**Department/Unit:**Therapeutic Services - Calgary**Time Type:**Variable time**Position Type:**Casual**Shift & Hours of Work:**Variable**Shift per Cycle:**Variable**Position Start Date:**2026-09-15**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.***