Occupational Therapist Contract In Person
Occupational Therapist Contract In Person
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Job Description
Homewood Health is Canadas leader in mental health and addiction services and we offer the most comprehensive and integrated continuum of services available in Canada. We are redefining mental health and addiction services to help Canadians live healthier more productive and more fulfilling lives.
Homewood Health is looking for Occupational Therapists that are able to provide return to work focused treatment in person for employees on shortterm and longterm disability due to common mental health issues. The ideal candidate will be a registered Occupational Therapist with a strong mental health background and experience in providing psychotherapy and returntowork (RTW) facilitation. Candidates should consider themselves functionfocused and believe in the value of work.
The Mental Health Reactivation (MHR) program has been designed by Homewood Health Inc. Return to Work Services to not only make people well but also return them to work. The program is semistandardized and involves a variety of actionorientated therapeutic strategies including activity and symptom monitoring activity goal structuring problemsolving and skills development work exposure and return to work planning. The program incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) components.
We are currently hiring Occupational Therapists in the Calgary area to work with our clients. This is an independent contractor role and does not guarantee any specific number of referrals or hours.
What youll be doing
Assess client psychosocial issues and barriers to adequate functioning and RTW
Conduct weekly oneonone therapy sessions following the standardized procedures in the MHR program
Use behavioral activation strategies along with CBT MI and problemsolving oriented therapies directed at improving clients functioning to optimize participation and performance in life and work
Regular communication with Homewood Health clinical staff via semistandardized reporting and weekly written documentation
What were looking for
Successful completion of an entry to practice Occupational Therapy program
Registration with the appropriate Occupational Therapy regulatory organization
Minimum 1 year experience in Mental Health sector providing psychotherapy and/or counseling for individuals with common mental disorders (depression anxiety adjustment disorders
Certification and/or experience in CBT and MI techniques
Experience in RTW counseling for clients on shortterm/ longterm disability and/or WSIB claims. This should include RTW facilitation and/or work focused treatment
Exceptional customer service delivery and clientcentered care
Demonstration of strong problemsolving skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent computer skills
Ability to work independently as well as to contribute actively to team or treatment plan objectives
Take responsibility for actions and decisions
Excellent command of English language both verbal and written French language skills would be an asset
Why work with us
We are driven by our values and are passionate about improving lives. We offer competitive wages and professional development opportunities along with opportunities to engage with a community of clinicians from a variety of professional backgrounds across Canada who are part of our community of practice. Join us and work alongside highly motivated people who are collaborative and focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers.
Employment Equity & Closing Statement
In accordance with the various provincial legislations that we operate under Homewood Health is committed to working in collaboration with any team member who may require workplace accommodation in order to successfully perform any or all aspects of their role.Join Homewood Health and be part of an exceptional team that is helping Canadians live healthier more productive and fulfilling lives.
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Employment Type
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