Occupational Therapist I | Mental Health Services

Position Summary
The Community Health and Service Centre (CHSC) has an immediate relief, full time Occupational Therapist opening. This position is to provide coverage until September 2024, or the return of incumbent.

What we offer:
• Relocation allowance for eligible positions
• Employer paid comprehensive benefits package
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid vacation
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals
• Job stability and team environment
• Opportunities for career advancement and specialization in different areas of practice
• Recognition of previous experience in determining starting salary

This position is with the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. ACT is a team treatment approach designed to provide comprehensive, community-based psychiatric treatment, rehabilitation, and support to persons with persistent Mental Health Conditions.

An Occupational Therapist plays a crucial part in providing assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program planning, consultation, equipment prescription and education to clients and/or their caregivers. Operating within a client-centered approach and as an essential member of our interdisciplinary team, you make a substantial contribution to promote functional independence and enable clients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes.

This position’s schedule is Monday through Fridays and includes working on-call shifts in a rotation. Local travel is required in this role within the surrounding area. Access to personal vehicle will be required. Mileage during work hours is paid. We will support the successful candidate with an orientation customized to meet the Occupational Therapist and offer mentorship processes and informal supports with more experienced Occupational Therapists on the team.

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Join us in Kelowna, B.C.! Apply today! Explore your potential while enjoying work-life balance at shift’s end.

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Qualfications
• Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program.
• Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia (COTBC). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists or British Columbia Society of Occupational Therapists.
• Valid Driver’s license.