The Newly·Calgary, Alberta
The Occupational Therapist will perform clinical assessments, facilitate psychoeducation groups, and develop return-to-work plans for clients with mental health conditions. They will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide client-centered care and ensure timely documentation and reporting.
Depending on the location and operational requirements, in-person and/or virtual positions are available.
ABOUT THE NEWLY INSTITUTE The Newly Institute was founded to provide long-lasting change within the mental health industry, our community, and with our clients.
We are leading a paradigm shift in the Canadian healthcare system by building a network of purpose-built mental health clinics across Canada.
By fusing a bio-psycho-social-spiritual treatment model with medically managed therapies, our intensive outpatient programs provide rapid access, rapid resolution, and rapid return to work and healthy lifestyle programs for anxiety, depression, addiction, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma, and chronic pain.
We have exciting opportunities for Occupational Therapists to join our multi-disciplinary clinical teams across Canada.
We welcome applications from qualified candidates in all regions listed above.
Why join the newly institute?
You’ll work as a valued member of a collaborative, supportive team and contribute to a growing and dynamic organization.
Our total rewards package includes: Competitive salary Four weeks annual vacation Eight paid annual wellness days Comprehensive group benefits Employer-paid health and dental benefit premiums Health & wellness spending account Career and professional development opportunities Regular team and community engagement events A supportive and inclusive work environment
Relocation Assistance and Sign-On Bonus The Newly Institute is committed to attracting exceptional talent and supporting successful transitions into our organization. We offer relocation assistance for candidates moving locations to accept a position with The Newly. Candidates who do not require relocation assistance may be eligible for a sign-on bonus based on experience and role requirements.
Relocation support and sign-on bonuses are subject to a written agreement outlining the applicable terms and conditions.
WHAT YOU WILL DO Reporting to the Manager of Clinical Services, the Occupational Therapist will perform assessments, in vivo exposure, group facilitation, return-to-work (RTW) planning, and one-to-one occupational therapy treatment for a range of mental health conditions. You will work with clients in our WorkSafe programs, Veterans, Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Intensive Outpatient, Flex, and other specialized programs while collaborating with members of the clinic's multi-disciplinary team to achieve positive client outcomes. This role is a key part of our dynamic clinical team and reflects our core values of communication, community, excellence, health, and innovation.
Client-Centered Care Accountabilities Provide individual occupational therapy sessions.
Conduct efficient and effective clinical client assessments (mental health history, risk assessment, trauma, and activities of daily living).
Facilitate psychoeducation groups (based on ACT, In-Vivo Exposure, sleep education, DBT skills, mindfulness, and other psychoeducation topics).
Provide resource-based interventions, case management and coordination, transition, or discharge planning as required.
Assist in grounding and reflection post-psychopharmacological treatment as required.
Support clients in building functional independence and quality of life through interventions focused on daily living skills, energy conservation and pacing, pain management and education, and establishing sustainable routines and daily structure.
Demonstrate expertise and skills to support clients presenting with: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Major Depressive Disorder Personality Disorders Psychological Injury Chronic Pain Management Return-to-Work Barriers
Team Collaboration Accountabilities Participate in weekly case consultations and complex case discussions with an interdisciplinary team.
Work in an interdisciplinary model with other therapists by sharing a client caseload.
Communicate regularly with other clinicians regarding client progress and care concerns.
Attend relevant clinical meetings, including program-specific meetings.
Engage in professional consultation and supervision opportunities.
Administrative Accountabilities Ensure same-day completion of session notes. Complete reports in a timely manner. Provide reporting to third parties and community referral sources. Communicate effectively with employers, insurers, and case managers.
Community Advocacy Participate in mental health promotion activities and contribute to establishing and maintaining mental health and addictions community resources. Other responsibilities related to the role and scope of work may be assigned.
WHAT YOU BRING Experience A minimum of two years of experience supporting clients with mental health conditions, including assessment, triage, and treatment, is required. Experience supporting first responders is considered an asset. Experience working with third-party funders is considered an asset. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Education A Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy is required. Training certificates in trauma therapy, specifically Prolonged Exposure Therapy, are considered an asset.
Professional Registration Applicants must be eligible for registration and maintain active registration with the applicable provincial occupational therapy regulatory body in the province where they practice. Professional liability insurance is required.
Technical Competencies Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems is required. This role may require occasional travel. A valid driver's license and appropriate insurance coverage may be required depending on the position and location.
BACKGROUND CHECK Offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory employment references and a clear police background check, including a vulnerable sector check where applicable.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION We actively foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where employees are empowered to show up as their authentic selves. We welcome applicants of all races, colours, places of origin, ancestries, religious beliefs, genders, gender identities, gender expressions, sexual orientations, ages, sources of income, family and marital statuses, and physical and mental disabilities. Our hiring practices ensure all qualified candidates are considered, and hiring decisions are based on merit.
ACCESSIBILITY The Newly Institute welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities or those seeking accommodation based on any protected ground. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
APPLICATION CLOSING This posting will remain open until the positions are filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy and maintain active registration with the relevant provincial regulatory body. A minimum of two years of experience in mental health assessment and treatment is required.
Market context
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