Occupational Therapist

100 Mile House (OMH) Community Health and Long-Term Care has an immediate permanent, full time Occupational Therapist opening.

What we offer:
•Effective April 2024 hourly rates of pay $42.56 to $52.95
•Recognition of previous experience when determining starting salary
•Financial moving support
•Strong employee benefit package
•Defined Pension Plan
•Mentorship to help orientate, navigate and thrive in your new role
•$1,000 per year to use for courses plus education leave
•Development resources for leadership skills leading to future roles
•Diversity and inclusion ~ bring your whole self to work
•Focus on safety and employee wellness
•Time is best spent in the service of clients

This is a Sole Charge position requiring the Occupational Therapist to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. In this position the Occupational Therapist receives referrals from clients requiring Community and Home Health services and from residents in Long-Term Care facilities Fischer Place and Mill Site Lodge. Community Home Health is provided to 100 Mile House and to surrounding communities. Local travel is required in this role within the surrounding area.

Occupational Therapists play a crucial part in providing assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program planning, consultation, equipment prescription and education to residents/clients and/or their caregivers. Operating within a client-centered approach and as an essential member of our interdisciplinary team, an Occupational Therapist makes a substantial contribution to promote functional independence and enable residents/clients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes.

About this location | 100 Mile House is a charming district municipality nestled in the South Cariboo region of central B.C. This friendly community welcomes residents to explore its rich history, beautiful natural surroundings, and abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities, from fishing and canoeing in the summer to cross-country skiing in the winter. Arts and culture are alive and well in this region with plays, concerts, music, galleries and artists featuring a wide array of creations. 100 Mile House continues to serve as a major hub and service center for the surrounding Cariboo region.

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