Occupational Therapist

Job summary

Assess residents’ functional, cognitive, psychosocial, mobility, and daily living needs, then develop and evaluate individualized, evidence-based treatment plans. Collaborate with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team; recommend equipment and interventions; complete documentation and RAI-MDS assessments; and contribute to staff education and quality improvement.

Job details

Status: Part-time, 22.5 hours / week Department: Resident Care – Allied Health Union: Health Sciences Association (HSA) Reports to: Director, Resident Services Join a Team That Makes a Difference Yaletown House Society is a non-profit long-term care home in the heart of Vancouver dedicated to providing exceptional, person-centred care for older adults with complex care needs. We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and experienced Occupational Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team. In this role, you will work alongside a dedicated rehabilitation team that includes a full-time Rehabilitation Assistant and a part-time Physiotherapist. Together, you will play an integral role in helping residents maximize their independence, maintain functional abilities, and enhance their quality of life through evidence-based, resident-centred rehabilitation services. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping residents achieve and maintain their highest level of independence, function, and quality of life in a supportive and rewarding environment. What You'll Do As our Occupational Therapist, you will: Complete comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for residents upon admission and throughout their stay. Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized treatment care plans using evidence-based practice. Assess mobility, functional abilities, cognition, psychosocial functioning, seating, positioning, adaptive equipment, and activities of daily living. Acts as a resource to interdisciplinary team, residents, families and other disciplines. Supports families by working with 3rd party vendors to acquire specialized equipment to meet the resident’s care needs. Recommend and implement interventions that maximize resident independence, safety, and quality of life. Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, physiotherapists, rehabilitation assistants, residents, and families. Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and family meetings. Provide education and consultation to staff, residents, and families. Complete required documentation and RAI-MDS assessments accurately and within established timelines. Support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the ongoing development of occupational therapy services. Qualifications We're looking for someone who has: A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. Current registration in good standing with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC). Eligibility for membership with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT). Minimum two (2) years of recent clinical Occupational Therapy experience, preferably in long-term care, geriatrics, rehabilitation, or a healthcare setting. Strong clinical assessment, problem-solving, and communication skills. A passion for working with older adults and providing compassionate, resident-centred care. The ability to work independently while contributing positively within an interdisciplinary team. Skills The ideal candidate will have: Strong clinical assessment and evidence-based treatment planning skills. Experience working with older adults in long-term care, rehabilitation, or a healthcare setting. Knowledge of mobility, activities of daily living, adaptive equipment, and falls prevention. Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team. Strong clinical judgment, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to person-centred care. Proficiency with electronic health records and computer applications. Benefits: Extended health care Flexible schedule Life insurance Experience: Healthcare, preferably Long Term Care: 2 years (preferred) Licence/Certification: College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) (required)

What you’ll do

Assess residents’ functional, cognitive, psychosocial, mobility, and daily living needs, then develop and evaluate individualized, evidence-based treatment plans. Collaborate with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team; recommend equipment and interventions; complete documentation and RAI-MDS assessments; and contribute to staff education and quality improvement.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in occupational therapy, current registration in good standing with CHCPBC, and eligibility for CAOT membership. Candidates need at least two years of recent clinical occupational therapy experience, preferably with older adults or in long-term care, rehabilitation, or another healthcare setting, along with strong assessment, communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Extended Health Care
• Flexible Schedule
• Life Insurance

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Occupational Therapy Assessment
• Evidence-Based Treatment Planning
• Mobility Assessment
• Activities of Daily Living
• Cognitive Assessment
• Psychosocial Assessment
• Seating and Positioning
• Adaptive Equipment
• Falls Prevention
• Resident-Centred Care
• Clinical Judgment
• Problem-Solving
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Communication
• Documentation
• Electronic Health Records

Job areas

• Healthcare