Occupational Therapist - Part Time 40%
Occupational Therapist - Part Time 40%
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$ 59711 - 109520
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Occupational Therapist Part Time 40%
Chilliwack School District
Chilliwack School District No. 33 located at the eastern end of the Fraser Valley is one of a few growing school districts in the province. The District is privileged to operate within Solh Temexw the traditional territory of the St:l People enriched by the cultural heritage of the Pilalt Sema:th and Tselxwyeqw.
Our district serves approximately 14500 students and employs around 2100 dedicated employees. Here youll find a diverse inclusive and forwardthinking environment committed to creating a safe caring and healthy learning and working environment. Embracing our core values of Inclusion Diversity Kindness Equity and Innovation we collectively strive to meet the present needs of our students employees and community while remaining flexible to anticipate and respond to future priorities. Sys:ys letse thle letsemt one heart one mind working together for a common purpose.
About the Position
As a school Occupational Therapist (on the mental health and behaviour team) youll collaborate with the teachers schoolbased teams and the district mental health and behaviour team to understand the strengths and challenges of students with a variety of selfregulation and developmental challenges. Your focus will be on sensory processing self regulation social skills emotional regulation and access to curriculum by creating an inclusive environment and skill in regulation you will promote student engagement and success. Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy Department is comprised of school district staff members and Fraser Valley Child Development Centre (FVCDC) staff members who work together as a team to support student learning and access to education. The contract is a 12month contract with vacation time falling within the school scheduled break times.
- Analyze students capabilities and expectations related to daily life activities through observation interviews and formal assessments.
- Develop intervention programs to address students needs related to selfcare work and leisure activities.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress.
- Establish strength based individual education programsas part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Consult and advise on health promotion programs to prevent disabilities and maximize independent function.
- May supervise support personnel and students providing training as needed.
- demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with School Based Teams including parents School District personnel and outside agencies and professionals regarding the students needs in the classroom and other school and home environments.
- demonstrated ability to develop and present inservice to school district personnel and parents.
- demonstrated ability to establish with School Based Teams a method of service delivery that includes caseload selection and scheduling record keeping evaluating programs developing instructional materials and scheduling.
Based on the positions Salary Grid and the candidates previous experience the starting range for (100%) fulltime Occupational Therapist is expected to be between $59711 to $109520.
Qualifications
- . in Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
- Membership (or eligibility) with the College of Occupational Therapists of BC.
- Valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Successful Vulnerable Sector screening.
- experience working as an occupational therapist preferably with children aged 5 17.
- Exceptional communication skills in English (oral and written).
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively within a transdisciplinary team.
- Recent experience working in this area of practice.
- Knowledge of evidencebased practices and therapeutic techniques.
Interested candidates must submit their application complete with resume documentation supporting credentials and three professional references with permission to contact each in confidence. (One reference must be from current supervisor). Application packages must be received by 3:00 pm June 13 2025. Interested applicants must apply electronically through chilliwack to: Assistant Director of Human Resources School District No. 33 (Chilliwack) 8430 Cessna Drive Chilliwack B.C. V2P 7K4 Phone:.
For Further Information Contact: Jessica AdamsLoupret District Vice Principal Student Services. jessicaadams
Chilliwack School District is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages candidates who selfidentify as Indigenous LGBTQIA2S a member of a visible minority and/or a person with a disability to apply for all positions within the School District.
Employment Type
Part-Time
