Occupational Therapist - Full & Part Time

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Classification: Occupational Therapist Grade 2 

Pay Range: $42.56 - $52.95

Union: BCGEU Collective Agreement: Health Science Professionals 

Shift Times: Monday - Friday 0900-1700

SCOPE AND LEVEL DEFINITION:

The Occupational Therapist position will work within an interdisciplinary team including Employment Support Workers, and Employment Coordinator to provide evidence-based interventions to people receiving income assistance who have the designation Persons with Persistent and Multiple Barriers (PPMB) or those accessing Primary Care. Working within the context of a client centered care approach and the vision/values of CMHA MI, the Occupational Therapist plans, develops and implements psychosocial rehabilitation assessment and intervention to clients referred to the program.  Collaborates with family members / significant others, inter-disciplinary team members, educational resources and other health care professionals/providers to achieve excellence in health services and education.

TYPICAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assesses clients’ functional abilities/disabilities, goals, interests, needs, safety and environmental supports and resources by using recognized and specialized formal and informal occupational therapy, psychiatric rehabilitation, and/or physical assessments. Develops a plan to meet the identified client needs, in partnership with the client, caregivers/family, employers and other health care providers. 
2. Provides education and counselling to clients / families / employers regarding the functional and rehabilitation issues of clients in the areas of personal life, leisure, education and work and provides information and guidance to other caregivers and health providers. 
3. Acts as a group leader/co-leader in the provision of groups to meet the rehabilitation and psycho-educational needs of clients in the areas of personal life, leisure, education and work.
4. ·Collaborates with interdisciplinary staff, health care professionals, employers and clients/families /caregivers and other community resources in the identification and resolution of client/family/caregiver care/employer issues, revision or termination of services, cultural and language barriers, ethical dilemmas, and coordination and integration of care, and makes referrals to other services providers, as appropriate. 
5. May act as case manager for a small number of rehab-ready clients. 
6. Maintains records in accordance with established procedures and policies and prepares/maintains statistical data, correspondence reports and other documentation, as required. 
7. Participates in in-services, inter-disciplinary case conference, committees, rehabilitation team meetings, and research activities, as required by CMHA MI, and collegially shares information, demonstrates and/or provides guidance on clinical/health related tasks, and reassigns clinical/health related tasks, if necessary.
8. Represents the program and CMHA MI on local and regional committees and program planning and standards committees and participates in research activities, as required.  
9. Maintains standards of practice and develops professional competence through in-service and other educational means, as required by CMHA MI.
10. Provides ongoing commitment to client services, program evaluation and continuous improvement to ensure best practice client services and that services are provided in most effective way. 
11. Works professionally and ethically in a team setting, including the ability to maintain confidentiality.
12. Communicates and collaborates with other CMHA MI staff and programs. 
13. Performs other related duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Typical Education, Training and Experience

• One year related experience working with populations impacted by homelessness, substance use, and mental health concerns
• Master in Occupational Therapy from a recognized program
• Current full registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia (COTBC). 
• Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT). 
• Indigenous Cultural Safety Certification, or willing to obtain.
• COVID-19 Vaccination Required 
• First Aid with CPR Certification
• Naloxone Training 
• Criminal Record Check 
• Must have the physical, mental and emotional ability to perform the duties of the position
• Class V Drivers license

  
Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Or other Qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work 

Typical Skills and Abilities 

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential
• Demonstrated ability to type and utilize word processing, spreadsheet, database and office communication software.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, implement, evaluate and modify rehabilitation programs / services and to plan / deliver and evaluate therapeutic programs. 
• Demonstrated group work skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to independently plan, organize and prioritize workload and adapt to a changing caseload. 
• Demonstrated ability to conduct functional and specialized OT assessments. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources including applicable harm reduction and health resources
• Considerable understanding of occupational therapy principles and techniques.
• Strong ethical and personal boundaries 
• Knowledge of mental health/substance use/vulnerable populations
• Ability to work independently and show initiative and creativity
• Knowledge of community development principles and community dynamics 
• Ability to deal effectively with individuals, family members and community contacts
• Knowledge of general office procedures 
• Ability to promote positive change and independence
• Ability to stimulate clients' interest, assess results of programs and work effectively on an individual or group basis.  
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with peer workers and community partners 
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Proven ability to respond therapeutically to clients by telephone.  
• Must have own reliable transportation

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