Occupational Therapist Rehabilitation Services (221043)
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Posted on:
18 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the MHSU Manager Tertiary and Rehabilitation Services the Occupational Therapist Rehabilitation Services is responsible for developing implementing and evaluating rehabilitative programs within Island Health SI for MHSU clients. The Occupational Therapist provides input and information to the manager in the areas of service standards policy development and rehabilitative service contract management. As well the Occupational Therapist provides consultation at the program and individual client level regarding rehabilitation practices and approaches.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Training And Experience
Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy. Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as an Occupational Therapist. Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT). Three (3) years of recent related experience including experience working in a mental health environment.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing including interviewing interpersonal and leadership skills and problem-solving ability and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work independently organize workload establish priorities and show initiative and creativity in clinical practice.
- Ability to exercise sound judgement decision-making and problem solving.
- Ability to work effectively as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
- Ability to establish relationships with internal and external contacts.
- Knowledge of community dynamics agencies and resources.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Ability to operate related equipment including word processing equipment.
- Ability to teach and conduct presentations.
- Ability to demonstrate sound professional judgement empathy tact and integrity and the ability to respect clients rights values and preferences including multi-cultural issues.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Requirements
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
About Company
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With 20,000 employees and 1,900 physician partners, Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island ... View more
