Provide occupational therapy services using a client and family-centred care model and Island Health values.
Assess and screen clients for psychosis and related conditions, including outreach visits.
Make decisions on disposition of referrals (e.g., additional assessment, psychiatric consultant, linkage to treatment provider, or alternative service referral).
Provide psycho-education, consultation, supportive counselling, and family education.
Provide information to clients and families about access to community resources to support a continuum of services.
Facilitate group therapy components of the program for adolescents, adults, and families.
Liaise with family physicians and community agencies to promote early identification and treatment of psychosis.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and participate in professional development
Requirements summary
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).
One (1) year experience in a psychiatric setting working with adolescents and young adults (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
Knowledge of developmental issues and theories related to mental illness, particularly psychosis.
Broad knowledge of occupational therapy theory and practice and COTBC standards of practice.
Basic knowledge of evidence-based clinical practice and occupational therapy standardized tests and measures.
Demonstrated ability to teach and empower clients.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated communication skills with clients, families, coworkers, physicians, and external agencies.
Demonstrated computer skills using a computerized client care information system.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
CRC required (criminal record check)
Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational TherapyCurrent licensure with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as an Occupational TherapistEligible for membership in CAOTPsycho-educationInterdisciplinary team collaborationSupportive counsellingPsychosocial rehabilitationFamily educationOccupational therapy assessment and screeningStrengths-based, recovery-oriented practiceFacilitating group therapy (adolescent, adult, and family groups)Clinical decision-making for referral dispositionLiaison with physicians and community agenciesTeaching and empowering clientsCommunication (oral and written) with clients, families, and external agencies
Job description
Close Date Jun. 26 2026 Location 3960 Quadra - MHSU EPI (VQSC) - Victoria, BC CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time 0830-1630 Days Off Weekend/Stats Vacancy Type Temp FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $45.15 - $56.17 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Aug. 31 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Mar. 3 2028 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes
Job Description
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. Practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as well as within a client and family centred care model and Island Health vision and values. Employs principles of a strengths-based, recovery philosophy to provide occupational therapy services to assist clients with their psychosocial rehabilitation and maintain optimal health outcomes. Assesses and screens clients for psychosis and other conditions which may include outreach visits; makes decisions on the disposition of referrals including those requiring additional assessment, psychiatric consultant, linkage to a treatment provider and/or referral to an alternative service. Liaises with family physicians, and community agencies to promote early identification and treatment of psychosis. Provides psycho-education, consultation, supportive counselling and family education; provides information to clients and families regarding access to community resources in order to facilitate an effective continuum of services and participates in ongoing development of group therapy component of the program by facilitating adolescent, adult and family groups.
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). One (1) year experience in a psychiatric setting working with adolescents and young adults, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of developmental issues and theories related to mental illness, in particular psychosis, for client population.
Prioritization and workload management in complex environments
Problem-solving and conflict management
Use of computerized client care information systems
Knowledge of psychosis and mental illness developmental issues
Knowledge of COTBC standards of practice and clinical guidelines
Knowledge of evidence-based clinical practice
Knowledge of standardized tests and measures
Research process and methodology knowledge
Broad knowledge of Occupational Therapy theory and practice.
Broad knowledge of the COTBC standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners.
Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
Basic knowledge of evidence-based clinical practice related to designated clinical area(s)
Basic knowledge of occupational therapy standardised tests and measures.
Basic knowledge of research process and methodology.
Demonstrated ability to teach and empower clients to assume control over their health.
Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.
Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others in a complex health care environment.
Demonstrated ability to recognize when referral to another health care professional is required.
Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.
Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD3585.pdf Additional information for applicants Victoria Early Psychosis Intervention (EPI) is a multi-disciplinary team providing evidence-based care to people recovering from a first episode of psychosis. We work with people ages 13 to 35 to provide recovery-oriented services in a culturally safe, trauma-informed and non-judgmental way. Collaborating with team members and engaging in professional development are expectations. OT are required to facilitate groups along with individual assessments and client care. Additional Clauses Requisition CA Health Science Professionals Affiliation/Union BCGEU
