Career Opportunities

We are seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to provide home-based services for a small caseload of clients between 2-18 years of age with a range of developmental disabilities.

The position would involve travelling within the Vancouver, BC or Richmond, BC community to client’s homes and providing services on site. COVID-19 safety protocol strictly enforced. Direct supervision provided from Registered Occupational Therapist.

As an Occupational Therapist you will:

• Work with clients and their families to establish family centered and client centered occupational therapy goals

• Provide direct service, including but not limited to occupational therapy assessments, consultation, interventions, and education to the client, family and community providers

• Supervise support personnel, including but not limited to delegating occupational therapy intervention, monitoring progress, and providing constructive feedback

• Utilize literature to establish and support evidence-based practice

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of community providers involved in the client’s care team

• Document delivery of occupational therapy services and client’s progress in treatment interventions as per college guidelines

• Adhere to code of conduct and ethics for working with vulnerable population

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized University

• Current full registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC British Columbia

• One (1) year's recent, related experience working with pediatrics as an Occupational Therapist

• Professional liability insurance

• Criminal Record Check

• Valid BC Drivers License and access to a vehicle

• Professional development in pediatrics and mental health an asset

• Registered Autism Service Provider (RASP) an asset

Knowledge & Abilities

• Understanding of neurodiversity and developmental disabilities, including but not limited to ASD, ADHD, DCD, GDD

• Understanding of pediatrics and mental health

• Understanding of cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed care

• Comfortable working with families and children with diverse needs

Availability

• Part-Time (2-3 days per week with shifts of 3-6 hours)

• Must be available on weekdays from 3:30-6pm

• Availability on Saturdays from 9-12pm an asset

• Vancouver residence an asset

Compensation: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking a qualified Occupational Therapy Assistant to implement occupational therapy interventions for a small caseload of clients between 2-18 years of age with a range of developmental disabilities. The position would involve travelling within the community (Vancouver or Richmond) to client’s homes and providing services on site. COVID-19 safety protocol strictly enforced. Direct supervision provided from Registered Occupational Therapist.

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant you will:

• Provide assigned occupational therapy therapeutic interventions

• Assist in modification of occupational therapy care plans in order to grade intervention activities to meet client’s level of function

• Provide functional direction and education to family

• Consult with and report relevant observations of client's condition to Registered Occupational Therapist in writing

• Document delivery of occupational therapy services and client’s progress in treatment interventions as per guidelines established

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience

• Completion of a recognized Diploma level Rehabilitation Assistant Program with Occupational Therapy component 

• One (1) year's recent, related experience working with pediatrics

• Valid BC Drivers License and access to a vehicle

• Criminal Record Check

• Professional liability insurance (must be obtained prior to start date)

• Professional development in pediatrics and mental health an asset

• Understanding of neurodiversity, developmental disabilities, and mental health an asset

• Understanding of cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed care

• Comfortable working with families and children with diverse needs

Knowledge & Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with others

• Ability to organize and prioritize work

• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients

• Ability to establish and maintain therapeutic rapport with clients

• Ability to motivate clients and to encourage progression through therapeutic goals

Availability

• Part-Time (2-3 days per week with shifts of 3-6 hours)

• Must be available on weekdays from 3:30pm-6pm

• Vancouver and Richmond residence an asset

• Saturday availability an asset

Compensation: Competitive, dependent on experience