Indigenous Occupational Therapist

Job Posting - ASLP

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. Maternity filled position June 1st 2024 to Nov 30th 2025.

Deadline to submit resume: May 10th 2024

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.