Occupational Therapist

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Canadians living with vision loss

Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada (VLRC) is a national health services organization dedicated to empowering people who are blind or partially sighted to live safely and independently.

Our certified specialists provide client-centered rehabilitation mobility training and daily living skills programs that help clients build confidence and thrive. We work collaboratively with ophthalmologists optometrists and other health care professionals offering essential care on a referral basis in homes workplaces and communities across the country. We value our employees as our greatest asset and were committed to supporting their well-being professional growth and work-life balance. Learn more about VLRC at or call 1-.

Position Title: Occupational Therapist

Location: Calgary AB

Term: Full-Time Contract (March August 2026)

Reports To: Provincial Manager Healthcare Operations

Salary: $44.93 - $53.80/ hour

Posting Date: February 20 2026

Closing Date: March 1 2026

I. Scope and Summary of Primary Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist (OT) plays a key role in delivering and evaluating Clear Path Home an Occupational Therapyled vision rehabilitation and clinical service coordination model designed by Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada to support adults with vision loss during transition from hospital to home or community living.

The incumbent provides in-person occupational therapy services and collaborates virtually to support safe discharge planning and transition to home. This role contributes to testing and validating the models feasibility effectiveness and scalability in Calgary (with virtual and periodic work in Edmonton) supporting improved functional outcomes and safe community reintegration for adults with vision loss.

Role Accountabilities

Client Outcomes

Improved safety and functional independence (measured by COPM and/or functional assessment tools)

High client satisfaction with rehabilitation and transition supports

Increased proportion of clients safely transitioning to their residence or appropriate alternate housing

Program & Evaluation Outcomes

Demonstrated feasibility of the OT-led model in Calgary and Edmonton through documentation of operational staffing and workflow requirements

Evidence to inform scalability of virtual clinical service coordination

Where data access permits contribution to indicators related to reduced readmissions and improved patient flow

II. Essential Functions

This position entails but is not limited to the following:

Clinical Assessment & Intervention

Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy assessments across diverse settings including hospitals seniors residences long-term care and client homes.

Develops individualized measurable and time-limited treatment goals and plans in alignment with Project parameters and initiates therapy with informed consent in accordance with the Health Care Consent Act.

Provides direct intervention consultation and education to clients families caregivers and health care professionals.

Deliver instruction in adaptive and independent living skills including personal care household management communication technology use and foundational indoor mobility strategies.

Assesses and recommends adaptive aids assistive devices and equipment to support functional goals.

Provides instruction in spatial and sensory awareness pre-cane techniques mobility aids and environmental assessment.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Service Coordination

Participates in case conferences and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support holistic care.

Support coordinated transition planning without creating additional referral pathways or burden on hospital teams.

Performs ongoing reassessment documents progress and communicates outcomes to ensure continuity of care and appropriate referrals.

Documentation & Outcome Measurement

Maintains accurate clinical documentation in accordance with Alberta College of Occupational Therapists standards and VLRC policies.

Collects and submit required outcome measures (e.g. COPM client satisfaction)

Contributes de identified and/or aggregated data required for Project evaluation and reporting.

Identify operational barriers and recommend workflow improvements.

Provide feedback to support refinement and scalability of the model and support documentation of processes to inform potential expansion.

Relationships

Interacts with clients their family and caregivers to develop and identify vision related goals and strategies

Build collaborative working relationships with healthcare providers community partners and allied agencies.

Participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings

Advocates on clients behalf in various settings when possible

Instructs delegates to and supervises Vision Rehabilitation Assistants (where applicable)

Problem Solving

Clinical reasoning to address complex discharge barriers and functional safety concerns.

Adapt services and interventions for individuals with health conditions

Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and awareness of diverse client needs.

Decision Autonomy

Exercise independent clinical judgment within professional scope of practice

Determine assessment methods service intensity frequency and duration within Project parameters.

Leadership

Serve as a subject matter resource on vision rehabilitation within discharge and transition contexts.

Demonstrate initiative in developing client-centered evidence-informed interventions.

Contribute to knowledge-sharing and professional learning related to the Project.

III. Qualifications

Knowledge and Requirements:

Demonstrated experience in adult rehabilitation communitybased OT or complex discharge support supporting clients with cognitive decline stroke brain injury or complex psychosocial needs.

Experience working with clients with vision loss (preferred).

Familiarity with Alberta healthcare systems and hospital discharge processes is an asset.

Experience working within pilot projects timelimited initiatives or evaluationfocused programs.

Comfort with virtual service delivery and technologyenabled care.

Strong clinical documentation organization and communication skills.

Experience and Education:

Master of Occupational Therapy Degree

Current registration in good standing with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists.

Minimum three (3) years of professional OT experience in relevant settings.

Work Environment:

Willingness to work flexible hours

Willingness to work in a variety of settings (hospitals long term care facilities homes)

Regular local travel within Calgary and periodic travel to Edmonton required.

At VLRC your work has real impact. Join a team that empowers Canadians with vision loss to live independently and where your growth well-being and contributions matter. We offer:

• Comprehensive benefits for health vision dental and mental health supports.
• Flexible work arrangements paid time off and work-life balance initiatives
• Career development through training mentorship and advancement opportunities
• Inclusive work culture with supportive teams and meaningful work

Join us to grow your career and make a difference everyday.

Inclusion Accessibility & Accommodation

VLRC is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive equitable and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from members of groups that have been historically marginalized including but not limited to Indigenous peoples racialized persons persons with disabilities including those who are blind partially sighted or deafblind women and 2SLGBTQ. We strongly encourage applications from applicants with sight loss to apply. Direct lived experience is valued as an asset. The successful candidate will be required to complete a standard Vulnerable Sector Check.

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We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role. If you bring passion transferable skills and a desire to make a difference we encourage you to apply!VLRC does not use AI tools in its screening assessment or selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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