Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia
Provide group and individual interventions for patients/clients in community or inpatient settings.
Deliver care to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness within a psychosocial rehabilitation model.
Assist patients/clients in managing their illness.
Promote healthy community living.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team under the Clinical Director and administrative direction of the Program Coordinator
Close Date Location Eric Martin Pavilion (EMP) - Victoria, BC V8R 4Z3 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time M-W 0930-1530; Th 0900-1500 Days Off Friday, Saturday, Sunday Vacancy Type Temp PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $45.15 - $56.17 Paid FTE 0.62 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 44 Planned Start Date Jul. 6 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) 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) 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. Reporting to the Program Coordinator, and under the administrative direction the Program Coordinator, and as part of a multidisciplinary team under the Clinical Director, responsible for providing group and individual interventions for patients/clients residing in the community or inpatient settings. The program delivers care to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness within the context of a psychosocial rehabilitation model. Programs assist patients/clients in the management of their illness and promote healthy community living.
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).
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated planning and instructional skills.
Ability to organize individual patient treatment programs.
Ability to work cooperatively with other professional disciplines as part of a team.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Clinical understanding of affective disorders, schizophrenia, and other serious psychiatric disorders and their treatment using a psychosocial rehabilitation model of care.
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of community and facility contacts.
Ability to plan and deliver group treatment programs
Market context
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