MHSU Case Worker, OT (221456)
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Posted on:
31-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Under the administrative direction of the Coordinator and as a part of the therapeutic team which includes the Clinical Director the Case Manager is responsible for assessing coordinating and delivering primary therapeutic case management and clinical occupational therapy services for assigned clients in community settings and providing consultative services to clients in acute care or tertiary settings. Such services are provided in accordance with care plans developed by the multidisciplinary clinical team the individual and/or the family.
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). Knowledge of current therapy standards modalities and scope of practice; two (2) years recent related experience including experience working in a mental health and addictions environment or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Valid BC Drivers License.
Skills And Abilities
- Clinical understanding of affective disorders schizophrenia and other serious psychiatric disorders and their treatment using a comprehensive bio psychosocial model of care.
- Clinical understanding of addictions diagnosis and treatment when such addictions co-occur with other serious psychiatric disorders.
- Ability to integrate and apply COTBC Standards for Occupational Therapy Practice in the context of community mental health and addictions practice.
- Demonstrated ability to apply the occupational performance model i.e. assess (physical mental/psychological/functional and environmental) analyze plan make decisions organize prioritize evaluate and communicate as required.
- Ability to work in an outreach case management modality.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to deal effectively with a wide range of community and facility contacts including patients/clients families staff physicians psychiatrists community and public agencies.
- Ability to organize work effectively establish and carry out priorities to meet critical deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare/maintain a variety of charts records/reports related to work.
- Familiarity and understanding of relevant legislation pertaining to mental health and addictions.
- Travel is a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority.
Requirements
Key Skills
- Aeronautical
- Client Servicing
- Council
- Art And Craft
- Hydraulics
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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
