Occupational Therapist

North Coast Community Services Society (NCCS) is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated, collaborative and close-knit team in Prince Rupert. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the Occupational Therapist works with children and youth experiencing physical disabilities and/or motor delays. Reporting to the Executive Director, responsibilities include assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized intervention plans; supporting children and youth in achieving developmental milestones; addressing functional, motor, and sensory challenges; recommending and supporting assistive technologies and adaptive strategies; promoting success in self-care, play, school, and community participation; collaborating with families, caregivers, schools, and community partners; and delivering services using culturally inclusive and trauma-informed approaches.

Responsibilities

Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate individualized intervention plans; Support children and youth in achieving developmental milestones; Address functional, motor, and sensory challenges; Recommend and support the use of assistive technologies and adaptive strategies; Promote success in self-care, play, school, and community participation; Collaborate with families, caregivers, schools, and community partners; Deliver services using culturally inclusive and trauma-informed approaches; Support regional service delivery, including virtual care options

Requirements

Degree from an entry-to-practice Occupational Therapy program; Registration (or eligibility) with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC; Clear Criminal Record Review; Ability to use standard office and communication technologies; Physical capacity to meet job requirements; Class 5 driver's license, clean driver's abstract, and access to a reliable vehicle

Nice to have

Pediatric experience preferred; Experience supervising a Rehabilitation or Therapy Assistant is an asset

Benefits

Competitive salary under the BCGEU Collective Agreement; Comprehensive health and wellness benefits; Municipal Pension Plan (MPP); Relocation assistance and temporary housing (where applicable); Annual reimbursement for College registration and liability insurance; Potential eligibility for BC Loan Forgiveness Program