Occupational Therapist - Continuing Care

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 224801 Location: Central Zone, Joseph Howe Centre Department: CC Continuing Care Occupational Therapy Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1 Union: NSGEU Healthcare Position Posting Closing Date: 13-Aug-26 About The Opportunity Reporting to the Manager Continuing Care, the Occupational Therapist provides consultation, assessment, treatment and follow-up of clients in the occupational performance areas of self-care, productivity and leisure for clients in the community throughout Central Zone of Nova Scotia Health. The objectives of treatment are to facilitate, restore and/or maintain clients' optimal level of function. The Occupational Therapist provides intervention to address clients' occupational performance components (physical, cognitive and/or affective). The Occupational Therapist provides education and support to clients, families and caregivers. Excellent interpersonal communication skills are required. The Occupational Therapist is a member of the Community Occupational Therapy - Physiotherapy Team and liaises with Continuing Care, multidisciplinary hospital care teams and community agencies and service providers. About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Graduate of a C.A.O.T recognized School of Occupational Therapy Licensed or eligible for licensure with the Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator Minimum 2 years' experience practicing as an Occupational Therapist Community experience is preferred Maintain current certification in CPR BLS-C (HCP) Certification Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills Valid Nova Scotia driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle required for home/community visits Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Hours Long assignment, full-time position; 75 hours biweekly Approximately a 12-month assignment Compensation And Benefits $38.43 - $50.98 hourly What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

The Occupational Therapist provides consultation, assessment, and treatment for clients in the community to restore optimal function in self-care, productivity, and leisure. They provide education and support to clients and families while collaborating with multidisciplinary hospital and community teams.

Candidates must be graduates of a recognized School of Occupational Therapy and licensed or eligible for licensure in Nova Scotia. A minimum of 2 years of experience, a valid driver's license, and current CPR BLS-C certification are required.

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• Occupational Therapy
• Client Assessment
• Treatment Planning
• Interpersonal Communication
• Patient Education
• Community Care
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration
• CPR BLS-C Certification

• Healthcare
• Social Services

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 5, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level