Job Description

Within the context of a dynamic client/resident and family-centred care model, and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, and the vision and values of the organization, including Indigenous Cultural Safety, cultural humility and anti-racism principles, works in a team based environment and provides quality client care using advanced theory and evidence based practice; develops education services; utilizes advanced clinical knowledge in neurological diseases/syndromes/lesions/impairments specific to applicable therapy, develops, evaluates and participates in program development focusing on disease conditions from an occupational therapy perspective. Facilitates and promotes research activities for Allied Health care professionals, organizing and coordinating activities with others. Consults, collaborates and confers with academic and professional colleagues to initiate interdisciplinary research and actively participates and promotes research. Functions as a clinical resource for other occupational therapists by providing advice and guidance regarding applicable disease and movement disorders. QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Current full registration as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).Two years' recent related neurology experience including one year's related teaching experience and group facilitation and additional course work in research skills or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT).Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of evidence-based clinical practice related to applicable neurological disease.Broad knowledge of occupational therapy theory and practice within a client and family centred model of care.Demonstrated ability to teach and empower clients to assume control over their health.Knowledge of research process and methodology. Knowledge of adult education principles, methods and tools.Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety.Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safety care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a culturally safe and respectful manner, with co-workers, physicians, other health care staff and patients/clients and their circle of care.Knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners established by the college regulating occupational therapy.Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, facilitate, motivate and coach staff and clients.Demonstrated ability to function as an effective team member.Demonstrated ability to provide effective consultation.Demonstrated ability to develop educational programs and materials.Demonstrated skills in the use of equipment and in techniques appropriate to the treatment of clients.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in groups, one-on-one, and in writing.Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.Demonstrated ability to conduct research and support knowledge translation of findingsDemonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.Computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet and database skills.Ability to operate related equipment.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

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At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.