Provide occupational therapy services to individuals with complex mental health illnesses and/or substance use concerns, including those with co-occurring medical conditions.
Perform assessments of clients’ occupational performance using an evidence-based approach.
Plan and implement outcome-oriented occupational therapy services.
Evaluate the effectiveness of occupational therapy services.
Prepare, maintain, and document client records.
Act as an occupational therapy resource for designated area(s).
Provide education and counseling to clients and families.
Manage a complex caseload independently using diverse intervention approaches.
Work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrate safe and effective resource utilization and support quality management.
Participate in interdisciplinary research.
Contribute to the development, review, and promotion of occupational therapy services.
Provide leadership, work direction, and clinical guidance to rehabilitation assistants (as required).
Participate in departmental/program quality improvement initiatives, meetings, and education.
Contribute to the organization and delivery of occupational therapy services (as required)
Requirements summary
Current full registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.
Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT).
Two (2) years’ recent, related experience in a mental health and substance use treatment setting (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
Valid BC Driver’s License and ability to use a personal vehicle for business-related use as required.
Knowledge of recovery principles in mental illness and substance use.
Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation methodology.
Knowledge of the Mental Health Act as it applies to rights and obligations of clients and staff.
Knowledge of community, social, and mental health resources.
Ability to manage conflict situations and aggressive behavior using non-violent crisis intervention and behavioral management techniques.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with clients, families, team members, and community agency personnel.
Basic understanding of trauma-informed care.
Basic computer literacy to operate computerized client care information systems and software.
Basic knowledge of clinical standardized tests and measures.
Basic knowledge of research process and methodology.
Skill in use of equipment and techniques appropriate to occupational therapy treatment.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
Current full registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British ColumbiaInterdisciplinary team collaborationTrauma-informed careConsultation skillsPhysical ability to perform job dutiesKnowledge of research process and methodologyOccupational therapy assessment using an evidence-based approachPlanning and implementing outcome-oriented occupational therapy servicesEvaluating effectiveness of occupational therapy servicesMaintaining accurate clinical recordsIndependent management of a complex caseloadClient and family-centered recovery model practicePsychosocial Rehabilitation methodologyKnowledge of recovery principles in mental illness and substance useKnowledge of the Mental Health Act (rights and obligations of clients and staff)
Job description
Position Summary
Are you a registered Occupational Therapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Specialized Services (Psychiatry, Withdrawal Management) department. In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia and within the context of a client and family-centered recovery model, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, this position provides occupational therapy services to individuals who have complex mental health illnesses and/or substance use concerns and may have co-occurring medical conditions, to enable clients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes, by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Performs assessments of clients’ occupational performance utilizing an evidence-based approach, plans and implements outcome-oriented services, evaluates the effectiveness of the services, prepares, and maintains records, participates in interdisciplinary research, demonstrates safe and effective resource utilization and quality management, and contributes to the development, review, and promotion of occupational therapy services. Uses knowledge and skill in the area of professional practice to independently manage a complex caseload and implements occupational therapy services utilizing diverse intervention approaches. Acts as an Occupational Therapy resource for the designated area/s and provides education and counseling to clients/families. As required, contributes to the organization and delivery of occupational therapy services, provides leadership, work direction, and clinical guidance to rehabilitation assistants, and participates in departmental/program quality improvement initiatives, meetings, and education. Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days - 08:00 to 16:00 Qualfications
Current full registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia. Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT)
Two (2) years’ recent, related experience in a mental health and substance use treatment setting or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Valid BC Driver’s License and use of a personal vehicle for business related use as required. Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles of recovery in mental illness and substance use.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits including extended health and dental
Municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees
Casual employees have option of paying for benefits
Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service
Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions
Employee referral program with attractive incentives
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Access to outdoor activities and shortest commutes in BC
Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions
Non-violent crisis intervention and behavioral management techniques
Conflict management and managing aggressive behavior
Stigma reduction through identification and intervention of barriers
Effective verbal and written communication with clients, families, and teams
Education and counseling for clients and families
Workload prioritization in a complex health care environment
Recognizing when referral to another health care professional is required
Basic computer literacy for computerized client care information systems
Knowledge of clinical standardized tests and measures
Safe and effective resource utilization and quality management
Leadership, work direction, and clinical guidance to rehabilitation assistants
Safe equipment use and appropriate occupational therapy treatment techniques
Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation methodology.
Knowledge of the Mental Health Act as it applies to the rights and obligations of clients and staff.
Knowledge of community, social and mental health resources.
Ability to identify emotional, social, or environmental barriers and intervene to eliminate stigma.
Ability to effectively manage conflict situations and aggressive behavior and use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioral management techniques.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with clients, families, team members, other groups, and community agency personnel.
Broad knowledge of therapy theory and clinical practice within a client and family centred model of care.
Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
Ability to teach and empower clients to assume control over their health.
Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
Ability to provide effective consultation.
Ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others in a complex health care environment.
Ability to recognize when referral to another health care professional is required.
Basic knowledge of evidence-based clinical practice related to designated program/area.
Basic understanding of trauma-informed care
Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized client care information system and software.
Basic knowledge of clinical standardized tests and measures.
Basic knowledge of research process and methodology.
Skill in the use of equipment and in the techniques appropriate to occupational therapy treatment.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Where you will be working: Community: Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Terrace More about Northern Health Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC. What Northern Health Has to Offer You! Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions. Important Application Information Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
Program certificates or diplomas.
High school, college, or university transcripts.
Cover letter and resume (recommended). International Applicants Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants
