Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0830-1630 Days Off Weekend/Stats Vacancy Type Temp FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $42.56 - $52.95 Paid FTE 1 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Sep. 8 2025 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) May. 29 2026 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority ( Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Program Coordinator, and under the administrative direction the Program Coordinator, and as part of a multidisciplinary team under the Clinical Director, responsible for providing group and individual interventions for patients/clients residing in the community or inpatient settings. The program delivers care to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness within the context of a psychosocial rehabilitation model. Programs assist patients/clients in the management of their illness and promote healthy community living.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceGraduation 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).
Skills And AbilitiesAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Demonstrated planning and instructional skills.Ability to organize individual patient treatment programs.Ability to work cooperatively with other professional disciplines as part of a team.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.Clinical understanding of affective disorders, schizophrenia and other serious psychiatric disorders and their treatment using a psychosocial rehabilitation model of care.Ability to work effectively with a wide range of community and facility contacts.Ability to plan and deliver group treatment programs. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD692.pdf Additional information for applicants This position is in an outpatient Cognitive Remediation Group Therapy program for adult mental health clients, which is part of a province-wide pilot program and community of practice. It is well-supported with experienced occupational therapist mentors as co-leaders and by provincial psychology pilot leads. It is also part of a larger supportive therapy services team. It is a great opportunity to learn and develop skills in an interesting area of practice. Additional Clauses Requisition CA Health Science Professionals Affiliation/Union HSA