Occupational Therapist, Mental Health

Notice now accepting late internal applications

• Please note that the internal competition for this position is now closed, however we are still accepting late applications from qualified internal candidates. Should you choose to apply, your application will only be considered after on-time internal applicants have been considered.
• Description
• JOB
• SUMMARY:Within the context of a client and family-centred framework and continuum based care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision and values of the organization, including Indigenous Cultural Safety, cultural humility and anti-racism principles, 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.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Current full registration as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT). One (1) year recent related experience in a psychiatric or community setting working with the designated client population, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid B.C. Driver’s License. Local area travel requires the use of a personal vehicle for which mileage reimbursement is paid. An ability to speak a second language may be required.Knowledge & AbilitiesKnowledge of the principles of recovery in mental illness.Considerable understanding of occupational therapy principles and techniques/ psychiatric rehabilitation principles and techniques.Working knowledge of community health agencies and available services.Considerable understanding of vocational/educational assessment procedures together with a comprehensive knowledge of community resources and social services.Demonstrated abilities in facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution techniques, and demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.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.Working knowledge of psychiatric disorders.General of knowledge Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety. Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safety care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.Proven ability to defuse difficult and complex situations.Proven ability to respond therapeutically to clients by telephoneAbility to stimulate clients' interest, assess results of programs and work effectively on an individual or group basis.Ability to work with a culturally diverse population.Ability and commitment to work well with administration support and clerical staff are essential.Basic computer literacy.Ability to carry out the physical demands of the job.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Details At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.