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CA$25.95/hr · p10p90 · CA$70.00/hr
this role: CA$45.15/hrmedian CA$41.42/hr
Shaded band: the middle 50% of 44 posted behavioral health roles in Abbotsford, British Columbia rates. This role sits in the 75th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 9% above the Abbotsford, British Columbia median for behavioral health roles.
The Occupational Therapist provides clinical assessments, consultations, and interventions to psychiatric patients to maximize functional independence and safety. They collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop treatment goals, facilitate group therapy, and manage the transition of patients back into the community.
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $45.15 - $56.17 / hour Job Summary
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Detailed Overview
Reporting administratively to the Manager, Mental Health and Substance Use Services and clinically to the Professional Practice Chief, Occupational Therapy, the Occupational Therapist provides Occupational Therapy services to patients/clients in the Inpatient Psychiatry Unit (IPU) by using a variety of modalities and in accordance with professional practice standards and clinical policies and practices. Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team in care planning, discharge planning, resource linkage and education from an Occupational Therapy perspective. Participates as a member of local committees and planning bodies as assigned.
Responsibilities
Provides occupational therapy assessments, consultations and interventions to psychiatric patients/clients to maximize function and to promote independence and safety.
Determines the appropriate use of recognized occupational therapy assessment tools (e.g. neurobehavioural cognitive exams, ADL/IADL assessments and conducts appropriate assessments.
As a member of the interdisciplinary care team, collaborates with colleagues, patients/clients and caregivers to develop individual treatment goals.
Provides treatment and/or teaching to patients/clients and caregivers in order to restore, develop or maintain functional status.
Identifies the resources required for treatment, including tests, materials, equipment and funding and initiates requests for external funding as required.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Baccalaureate degree in Occupational Therapy and possess at least one year of recent, related experience in a psychiatric setting. Full registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC is required.
bachelor degree
Patient education
Crisis intervention
Occupational therapy
Care planning
Evidence-based practice
Discharge planning
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Psychiatric assessment
Behavioral management
Clinical documentation
Group therapy
Neurobehavioural cognitive exams
ADL/IADL assessments
Rehabilitation practices
Posting details
Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
CA$45 - CA$56/hr
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia
Posted
Sep 2, 2026
Closes
Sep 2, 2027
Application
Employer website
Facilitates the group therapy process through the use of cognitive, behavioural, psycho-educational, problem-solving and crisis intervention methods.
Facilitates transitioning back to the community.
Prepares written assessments/reports including recommendations to facilitate patient/client success in the rehabilitation.
Monitors and evaluates patient/client outcomes.
Role models and demonstrates occupational therapy techniques and practices to staff and students, provides information based on application of theories, concepts and principles; ensures compliance with standards of practice and supports staff to provide excellence in quality patient/client care based on best practices.
Provides clinical expertise, consultation and leadership in evidence-based occupational therapy practice to patients/clients and/or staff by reviewing literature, consulting with experts, collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team, evaluating clinical practice and making recommendations for changes to existing standards.
Maintains client records by documenting client assessments, preparing progress notes and writing reports in accordance with established professional/organizational standards, policies and procedures.
Promotes continuous quality improvement by participating on local committees and planning bodies, engaging in program/practice evaluation, identifying opportunities for improved effectiveness and engaging in ongoing professional development.
Maintains workload statistics in accordance with professional standards.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Education and Experience
Baccalaureate degree in Occupational Therapy. One (1) year's recent, related experience in a psychiatric setting or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current full registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC. Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists - BC (CAOT-BC).
Skills and Abilities
Knowledge and understanding of psychosocial aspects of mental health issues.
Familiarity with DSM IV criteria.
Knowledge of behavioural management strategies and techniques.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, standards and policies.
Thorough knowledge of rehabilitation practices in Psychiatry.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with clients, families, the health care team and community agency personnel.
Demonstrated ability to teach and provide consultation to clients, families and health care professionals.
Demonstrated ability to develop, coordinate and deliver in-services, presentations, psycho-educational and support groups.
Ability to organize and prioritize workload in a complex environment.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
About Fraser Health
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.
People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do.
Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.
We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force.
We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust.
Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.
Together, we are the heart of health care.
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Market context
Behavioral health roles remain in steady demand
In British Columbia, behavioral-health roles often reflect ongoing demand in acute care, community mental health, and integrated service settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for current BC nursing registration, recent experience with acute mental illness, and comfort working on multidisciplinary teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit against the original posting, then tailor your application to show relevant mental-health and team-based experience.
