Saint John Occupational Therapist 1 (OT01) PCN 1251802

Horizon Health Network; Saint John; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Health Network in Saint John area seeks an Occupational Therapist 1 (OT01) to provide assessment, planning and therapeutic interventions in the Addictions and Mental Health program. The role requires registration with the NB Association of Occupational Therapists and active involvement in interdisciplinary care.

This permanent full-time position offers day schedule adaptability, with a salary of CAD 42.2773–50.4322 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Occupational Therapists and eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.
• Ability to attend work regularly and perform duties as required.
• English language is essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning.
• Assess, plan and provide therapeutic interventions to individuals and groups.
• Use assessment tools to evaluate mental health competencies.
• Liaise with families, employers and community stakeholders.
• Monitor and respond to high-risk mental health activities.
• Maintain clinical records and documentation.
• Provide guidance to therapy assistants and other health professionals.
• Contribute to developing and sharing clinical knowledge and guidelines.

Skills

Assessment & planning

Mental health interventions

Family & community liaison

Documentation & records

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

OT registered with NB Association

Job description

Saint John Occupational Therapist 1 (OT01) PCN 1251802

Location: Saint John area (Horizon), _Occupational Therapist - Saint John Area, New Brunswick - Permanent Full Time

Competition #: 163860b External

Posted: October 12, 2026

Closes: January 10, 2027 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date: January 15, 2027

Location: Occupational Therapy

Job Classification: Occupational Therapist 1 (OT01)

Job Classification Type: SHCP

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

FTE: 1

Schedule: Day, subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement: English Essential

Salary: 42.2773 to 50.4322 per hour

JOB PURPOSE

The Occupational Therapist - Addictions and Mental Health is responsible for providing assessment, consultation and clinical services to enable individuals to engage in occupations of life.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Occupational Therapists and eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Occupational Therapist - Addictions and Mental Health is responsible for:

• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning
• Assessing, planning, and providing therapeutic interventions to individuals and groups
• Using assessment tools to assess mental health competencies
• Liaising with families, employers and community stakeholders
• Monitoring and responding to high risk mental health activities
• Maintaining clinical records and documentation
• Providing guidance and support to therapy assistants and other health care providers
• Participating in developing and sharing information related to clinical skill sets, best practices and clinical guidelines

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY THE CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS

• Assumes Professional Responsibility
• Demonstrates Practice Knowledge
• Utilizes a Practice Process
• Thinks Critically
• Communicates Effectively
• Engages in Professional Development
• Manages the Practice Environment

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK

• Analytical Thinking
• Flexibility
• Mentoring & Coaching
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork and Collaboration

About Horizon's Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.