About the role

  • Occupational Therapist improving daily living skills for Canadians with vision loss. Joining VLRC to empower independence through rehabilitation and training for individuals with vision impairments.

Responsibilities

  • Assist clients of all ages to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environment.
  • Complete assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide independent living skills training, intervention strategies, recommendations, reports, and service coordination to clients, caregivers, and families.
  • Collaborate with external health care providers to identify needs, support care plan goals, and strengthen communication and care planning linkages across sectors.
  • Ensure timely access to information, learning opportunities, and support for individuals with vision loss to achieve positive outcomes.

Requirements

  • 1-2 years experience in health and/or social service sectors.
  • Understanding of the impact of blindness and low vision.
  • Related experience in a community-based setting is an asset.
  • Exceptional planning and time management skills.
  • Experience and knowledge in managing acute, chronic and complex health conditions.
  • Experience or knowledge in neurological rehabilitation, job analysis, falls prevention, and/or accessibility standards is an asset.
  • Experience in assessment and care planning/coordination.
  • Understanding of roles and linkages across primary care, community care, and specialized services.
  • Strong knowledge of client-centered philosophy and clinical practices.
  • Proficiency with computer and software programs.
  • Ability to work in settings requiring inter-professional collaboration.
  • Experience in strength-based approaches such as motivational interviewing and positive coaching is an asset.
  • Openness to travel for service delivery in homes or community settings.
  • Master of Occupational Therapy Degree (or equivalent).
  • Current registration with a provincial regulatory body in Canada.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Current clean criminal record and vulnerable sector check.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits for health, vision, dental, and mental health supports.
  • Flexible work arrangements, paid time off, and work-life balance initiatives.
  • Career development through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities.
  • Inclusive work culture with supportive teams, and meaningful work.

Job title

Occupational Therapist

Job type

Experience level

Junior

Salary

CA$44 - CA$47 per hour

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

Location requirements

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