Occupational Therapy Assistant

4 weeks ago


Dartmouth, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time
About the Opportunity

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team at the Nova Scotia Hospital. As a key member of our Mental Health & Addictions Program, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with mental health illnesses and functional challenges.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in occupational therapy, with experience working with populations with disabilities. You will be responsible for providing support and guidance to clients, helping them to achieve their recovery-focused goals and transition successfully back into community living.

We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about delivering high-quality care and is committed to meeting the unique needs of each client. If you have a strong understanding of the principles of recovery-oriented approaches and are able to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, we encourage you to apply.

About You

We are seeking a candidate who possesses the following qualifications and experience:

  • Graduation from a recognized community college occupational assistant program
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
  • Knowledge of commercially available assistive devices and equipment
  • Experience working with populations with disabilities
  • Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours and Compensation

This is a long-assignment, full-time position with a 100% FTE schedule. The successful candidate will work 75 hours bi-weekly and will be compensated at a rate of $22.84 - $26.85 per hour.

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package, which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, as well as a defined benefit pension plan.



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