Occupational Therapist

JOB SUMMARY:

The Occupational Therapist will work in an Aboriginal hub as a member of SOTCS’s Early Years Program (ECD) team, providing services to Indigenous children (birth to age 6) living in Burnaby, New Westminster and the Tri- Cities. Services are provided during registered and drop-in ECD programs, home visits with Aboriginal IDP or SCD consultants and at preschools or daycares.

REPORTS TO:  Aboriginal Supported Child Development Program Manager and Executive Director

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts OT assessments.
• Provides individual and group occupational therapy sessions.
• Prepare OT reports on children served, if needed.
• Participate in the development of Family Support Plans if needed.
• Maintain an appropriate record and information system. Prepare ASI-EY program quarterly and annual reports and provide accurate data when needed. Ensure that accurate program and client records are maintained and that confidentiality is a priority. Ensure that all pertinent registration requirements and documentation is complete.
• Promote and support traditional cultural teachings and practice for our families, agency, and community.
• Practice holistic, strength based principles.
• Participate/Co-Facilitate Parent Child Program (Hasé) on Saturdays, 3 times a year for 8 weeks to increase parents’ knowledge of children’s normal growth and developmental milestones.
• Be a resource person to parents and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education and Experience

• Recognized degree in Rehabilitation Medicine (OT) or Occupational Therapy
• Membership with Canadian Association of Occupational Therapy
• Previous pediatric experience essential
• Ability to work without clinical supervision

• Direct program delivery experience in the community social service sector with a demonstrated working knowledge of family centered care, early intervention child development, and community-based programs.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task in a dynamic working environment; self-motivated personality; ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Understanding and knowledge of Aboriginal culture and history, traditions and socio-economic issues affecting urban Aboriginal families, or willingness to learn.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and advocacy skills.
• Well organized, good time and general management skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal communities, organizations, and service providers within Burnaby, New Westminster, and the Tri-Cities.
• Reliable transportation and current and valid BC driver’s License and willing to obtain business insurance and liability coverage.
• Driver’s Abstract required.
• Criminal records check required.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a full-time position, 35 hrs. per week during the contract year from April 1 – March 31.

TO APPLY:

Send an email with your cover letter, resume and three references to c.quinlan@sotcs.ca Candidates of Indigenous ancestry strongly encouraged to apply; please self-identify in your cover letter.

Posting open until position is filled.