Occupational Therapist – Part Time 0.5 FTE

 

Reporting to the Manager, Allied Health Services, and as a member of the Rehabilitation Team, the Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for providing clinical services to residents at LBHH and Weinberg Residence. The OT assesses the individual needs of residents, and develops, implements and evaluates appropriate rehabilitation plans and programs.
Located in the Oakridge area of Vancouver, B.C., Louis Brier Home and Hospital is an “Exemplary Status” accredited long-term care facility situated next to the Weinberg Residence (Assisted Living Suites and Multi-Level Care, both Private Pay).

Our Mission is to provide exemplary resident and family-centered care for seniors through innovation, education, and research, partnerships and collaboration., the contributions of staff, volunteers, funding partners and donors with a focus on quality and safety, all guided by Jewish heritage.

Our Vision is to be a center of excellence for elders providing innovative and outstanding care consistent with Jewish values and traditions.

We live by our Values - CHAI (Hebrew word for LIFE): Caring, Health, Safety and Wellness, Accountability, and Integrity. Resident and employee safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at LBHH/WR, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

QUALIFICATIONS
Must be registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of BC, and be eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. Experience in a long-term care/geriatrics environment is essential including strong knowledge of complex seating and swallowing assessment, and strong knowledge of falls prevention and management.

Position: Regular Part-Time position with benefits

Job Type: Regular Part-Time 0.5 FTE

Salary: $38.71 to $48.15

To apply for this position please forward your covering letter and resume to: careers@louisbrier.com