Close Date Sep. 11 2026 Location Parksville McCarter Street (PMCS) - Parksville, BC V9P 2G6 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time 0830-1630 Days Off Weekend/Stats Vacancy Type Regular FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $45.15 - $56.17 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Sep. 21 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent 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
Job Description
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. The Occupational Therapist works as a member of a multidisciplinary team, providing occupational therapy services to Mental Health & Substance Use clients and their caregivers, referred to the team. Is a consultant/resource to referral agencies, care facilities, and caregivers. Provides general occupational therapy clinical services to team clients. Participates in the provision of education to the client, the caregiver, the service provider and the public related to Mental Health & Substance Use.
Qualifications
- Education, Training And Experience 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). One (1) to two (2) years' experience working with Mental Health and Substance Use Services clients. A combination of education and experience may be considered. Skills And Abilities
- Ability to work independently, as a member of a team and with deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to network with other services and agencies.
- Demonstrated clinical skills in working with the seriously mentally ill and/or addicted client.
- Ability to write clear, concise reports.
- Ability to operate a computer including related software.
- Working knowledge of relevant legislature applicable - i.e. Mental Health Act, Guardianship Act. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD1644.pdf Additional information for applicants This is a new position for the Parksville Treatment Centre for an Occupational Therapist with experience in substance use, program development, a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities, 1:1 counselling, and group therapy. Hours indicated on the posting are 0830-1630, however, hours are flexible for the successful candidate. Additional Clauses Requisition CA Health Science Professionals Affiliation/Union BCGEU
