Community Occupational Therapist

Close Date Location Duncan Norcross & Drinkwater Road (DNDR) - Duncan, BC V9L 6C5 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time As Required Days Off As required Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $42.56 - $52.95 Paid FTE N/A Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS N/A Planned Start Date Mar. 30 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Under the general administrative direction of the Manager, this position provides community based Occupational Therapy services to referred clients; provides consultation for caregivers; and educates clients, caregivers, staff and the community on rehabilitation interventions.

Qualifications

• Education, Training And Experience Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy. Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as an Occupational Therapist. Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT). Minimum two (2) years' post graduate experience in Occupational Therapy or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Community experience preferred. Skills And Abilities
• Excellent communication, speaking and organizational skills. Able to work independently with minimal supervision. Class 5 driver's license - daily travel required. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD1642.pdf Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses Requisition CA Health Science Professionals Affiliation/Union BCGEU