Occupational Therapist (Parksville, BC)

Island Health is hiring an Occupational Therapist in Parksville on Vancouver Island, BC. This is a new position for the Parksville Treatment Centre for an Occupational Therapist with experience in substance use, program development, a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities, 1:1 counselling, and group therapy.

The Occupational Therapist works as a member of a multidisciplinary team, providing occupational therapy services to Mental Health & Substance Use clients and their caregivers referred to the team. They act as a consultant/resource to referral agencies, care facilities, and caregivers. They provide general occupational therapy clinical services to team clients. They participate in the provision of education to the client, the caregiver, the service provider and the public related to Mental Health & Substance Use.

Education, Training & Experience

• Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy.
• Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as an Occupational Therapist.
• Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT).
• One (1) to two (2) years' experience working with Mental Health and Substance Use Services clients.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills & Abilities