Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia
Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate therapy care plans for an assigned number of residents (individual and group basis).
Provide unit level therapy programs and clinical work direction.
Coordinate tasks related to the provision of care.
Instruct Rehabilitation Assistants with the transfer of function.
Continuously improve quality and safety in accordance with Island Health values and strategic direction
Close Date Aug. 16 2026 Location Victoria Summit Quadra Village (SUMMIT) - Victoria, BC V8T 2A1 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 08:00-16:00 Days Off Weekend/Stats Vacancy Type Temp FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $45.15 - $56.17 Paid FTE 1.00 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75.00 Planned Start Date Sep. 8 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Feb. 25 2027 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 Coordinator of Therapy Programs, responsible for unit level therapy programs. This includes assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating therapy care plans on both an individual and group basis, for an assigned number of residents. Provides clinical work direction and coordinates tasks related to the provision of care and instructs Rehabilitation Assistants with the transfer of function.
Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy.
Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC.
Two (2) years' recent related experience.
Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT).
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to deal effectively with clients with frailty and complex physical and mental health needs.
Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
Physical ability to lift and move residents safely.
Travel between various sites (not required per posting: no travel required)
Market context
Occupational Therapist positions in British Columbia are commonly tied to hospitals, rehabilitation, community health, and school-based services, where demand often reflects aging populations and ongoing rehabilitation needs. These roles are competitive because employers usually require CAOT-recognized education, current BC licensure, and eligibility for CAOT membership, and this platform’s AI-summarized job requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your licensure status and tailor your resume to the setting named in the posting.