Island Health·Courtenay, British Columbia
Provide occupational therapy services to referred clients in the community setting.
Consult with caregivers.
Educate clients, caregivers, staff, and the community on rehabilitation interventions.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary health care team.
Work without general supervision under the administrative direction of the Manager.
Continuously improve quality and safety
Close Date Location Comox Valley Home & Community Care (CVHCC) - Courtenay, BC V9N 2N7 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement Shift Start Time/End Time As Required Days Off As required Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $45.15 - $56.17 Paid FTE N/A Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS N/A Planned Start Date Jun. 15 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
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Working without general supervision under the administrative direction of the Manager and as part of the multi-disciplinary health care team delivering care in the community setting, the Community Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy services to referred clients; consultation for caregivers; and educates clients, caregivers, staff and the community on rehabilitation interventions.
Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy.
Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC.
Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT).
Minimum two (2) years post-graduate experience in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
Community experience preferred.
Valid BC Driver's License.
Physically and emotionally able to perform the duties.
Ability to operate related equipment including computerized systems.
Criminal Record Check required for professional registration/working with vulnerable adults/children
Market context
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