Occupational Therapist (Independent Contractor)
Occupational Therapist (Independent Contractor)
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DETAILS
Status: Independent Contractor
Schedule: Hours between Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Vacancies: Multiple
Clinic Location: The Newly Institute Kelowna Clinic (2755 Tutt Street Kelowna BC V1Y 0G1)
ABOUT THE NEWLY INSTITUTE
The Newly Institute was founded to provide long-lasting change within the mental health industry our community and with our clients. We are leading a paradigm shift in the Canadian healthcare system by building a network of purpose-built mental health clinics across Canada. By fusing a bio-psycho-social-spiritual treatment model with medically managed therapies our intensive outpatient programs provide rapid access rapid resolution and rapid return to work and healthy lifestyle programs for anxiety depression addiction post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) trauma and chronic pain.
We have an exciting opportunity for Occupational Therapists to join our multi-disciplinary clinical team as an independent contractor.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Perform comprehensive OT assessments to confirm the injured workers current level of functional ability and activities of daily living (ADLs) through standardized testing and/or self-report while also gathering relevant psychosocial information (e.g. mental health history coping strategies and trauma considerations) that may impact function and recovery.
- Attend program rounds and case conferences to contribute assessment findings and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (e.g. physicians psychologists physiotherapists and other allied health professionals) in developing recommendations and care planning.
- Complete detailed assessment reports within 5 business days of assessment completion.
- Provide such other services as may be reasonably required by the Company and as mutually agreed upon.
WHAT YOU BRING
Experience
- A minimum of two (2) years of experience supporting clients with mental health conditions including assessment/triage and treatment is required.
- Experience working with third-party funders is an asset.
- Experience working with pain management is an asset.
Equivalencies may be considered.
Education
- A Masters degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
- Training certificates in trauma therapy specifically Prolonged Exposure Therapy and/or Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) are an asset.
Professional Registration/Designation
- An active registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC) is required.
- Professional liability insurance is required.
Technical Competences
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite including Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook and Teams is required. Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems is also required.
Background Check
Offers are conditional subject to identity verification and clear police background checks inclusive of vulnerable sectors.
DIVERSITY EQUITY AND INCLUSION
We actively protect our diverse equitable and inclusive workplace where we are empowered to show up as their authentic selves. We welcome applicants of all races colours places of origin ancestries religious beliefs genders/gender identities/gender expressions sexual orientations ages sources of income family status and physical and mental disabilities. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified candidates are considered and decisions are merit-based.
ACCESSIBILITY
The Newly Institute welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities or those seeking accommodation based on any other protected ground. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation please email
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Contract
