Aboriginal Occupational Therapist

Job Posting - AOT

Laichwiltach Family Life Society (LFLS) has an opening for a pediatric Occupational Therapy Program within our Indigenous Early Intervention (0-6 Years) Program in the Campbell River area.  This team provides culturally sensitive, meaningful services to young children and their families prior to kindergarten entry.  The 0-6 Program is based out of a publicly funded, non-profit community service hub that celebrates and envisions a thriving, proud, respectful, and inclusive community.

Education: 

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Requirements:

• Experience working with young children and their families is an asset
  *New graduates are welcome to apply*
• Cultural sensitivity to children’s and family’s needs
• Desire to work within a multi-disciplinary, collaborative, family-centered early intervention team.
• Criminal record check
• First aid certification (in-house training is available)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle

Benefits:

• Manageable caseload size
• Unique, culturally rich experiences through Indigenous trainings and gatherings hosted by LFLS.
• Travel covered locally and when going to other communities in our region
• Paid time off, including professional development.
• Generous materials and educational budgets
• Extended health benefits, including health, dental, and critical illness.
• Eligibility for the BC Loan Forgiveness Program (https://studentaidbc.ca)
• Membership fees cover up to $750 per year.

Salary: $47-$50 per hr.

Hours per week: 5 days per week (35hrs)

Deadline to submit resumé: December 15th or Until position is filled

Start date: TBD

Interested applicants: Please submit resumé, cover letter, and two references.

Drop off, mail (441-4th Avenue, Campbell River, BC V9W 3W7), or email: executivedirector@lfls.ca

Attention: Audrey Wilson

Only those shortlisted will be contacted for interview.