Occupational Therapist

Position: Occupational Therapist

Location: Oceanside

Hours: 14-18 hours per week - Temporary

Salary: $44.05 - $52.82 per hour (Grid 16-P-OT)

Start Date: ASAP

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our SOURCES Oceanside team!

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is a member of the Child Development Services (CDS) team, providing integrated, multidisciplinary, family-centered developmental services and supports to the children and families within the service delivery area.

The OT provides community-based services and supports for children between birth and school entry who have, or are at risk for, a developmental delay and/or disability and their families. Services are provided at home, in community settings such as preschool and childcare centers and at the child development center. The OT works to promote participation in daily activities, and specializes in motor skills, activities of daily living, perceptual/cognitive skills, sensory supports, functional play skills, specialized equipment and environmental modifications, as well as posture control.

About Sources:

SOURCES is a community-based non-profit organization providing support and hope to communities in the Lower Mainland, on Vancouver Island, and across Northern BC.  Sources strives to create vibrant and resilient communities through support to adults, children, youth, and families facing challenges in life such as mental health, disability, poverty, substance use, and conflict. We support our communities through leadership, education, and volunteerism.

Sources is committed to learning about, celebrating and incorporating Indigenous knowledge into our practices as we continue our work in truth and reconciliation. People of all races, cultures, ethnicities, 2SLGBTQIA+, and abilities are welcomed to work with us. We value diversity, respect, and collaboration as we promote our mission: social wellness for our community.

Description of Position:

Reporting to: Child Development Services Team Leader

General Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with the CDS team to provide integrated, family centered service delivery.
• Plans and provides developmentally appropriate therapy services in individual and/or group settings.
• Maintains caseload and manages waitlist.

Program-specific Responsibilities:

• Participates in external consultation with consent and as required (physician, pediatrician, childcare, preschool, school district etc.).
• Recommends, trials and loans equipment as appropriate.
• Provides comprehensive, written developmental reports based on assessment and observations.

Physical Demands of Job: *may vary based on client needs

• Lifting/Pulling/Pushing - 75%
• Walking/Moving Around - 75%
• Sitting - 25%
• Time Spent Outside - 25%

Cognitive Demands of Job:

• Independent Work - 50%
• Task Memorization - 50%
• Changing Priorities/Deadlines - 75%
• Writing/Reading – 100%

Qualifications / Education / Training:

• Have a recognized degree in Occupational Therapy – Mandatory.
• Must be registered and in good standing with The College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (Occupational Therapy) – Mandatory.
• Clear Criminal Record Check – Mandatory.

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS AND REQUIRES UNION MEMBERSHIP

Benefits:

All employees, regardless of benefit eligibility, have access to an Employee & Family Assistance Program.

Other benefits (if applicable):

• 100% employer paid coverage for extended health and dental
• Long term disability, life insurance, critical illness insurance, accidental death & dismemberment coverage
• Pension plan
• Generous paid time off, starting at 3 weeks 
• May be eligible for B.C. loan forgiveness program

Closing Date: Open until filled