Community Therapists - Community Occupational Therapist - Part Time or Full Time

COMMUNITY OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

If you are looking for a practice culture that keeps you engaged and interested in your profession, then Community Therapists would be an ideal fit for you! Established in 1989, Community Therapists is BCs largest OT-owned and operated practice with 50 OTs working throughout BC. Our team includes PTs, Kinesiologists, Rehabilitation Assistants, and Counsellors. Our culture of innovation and diverse practice offers many opportunities for professional growth and development. With practice groups in Pediatrics, Home Health, Concussion/Brain Injury, Mental Health, Driver Rehab, and many more areas, you can establish a case mix and career path that leverages your past experience while stretching your skills in new areas.

Why Join Community Therapists?

1. Flexibility – Decide how much and what type of work is right for you
2. Competitive pay - earn rates that align your productivity with what you take home
3. Work from Home - Work from anywhere, any time 
4. Incredible Admin Support - focus on what you do best and let us handle the rest
5. Stay Engaged – Structured Mentorship, monthly team meetings & education provide an opportunity to learn, collaborate and share new ideas
6. Join an amazing workplace culture that balances autonomy with connection & support
7. Ready access to Rehabilitation Assistants to help you deliver your programs
8. Leadership that has your back – OT leaders regularly advocate for the OT profession & our team
9. Work with us and do what you love, in a place you enjoy, with colleagues you admire!

We are looking for clinicians that are curious and interested in continuous improvement. Learn more about What We Do, What We Stand For, and why you should Join Us.

Our Why?
In a true partnership between clinicians and management, we are guided by a shared vision to empower our clients to function more fully in the settings that matter to them, fulfill important life roles, and return to a variety of meaningful activities including work and community life. 

What’s our ‘Secret Sauce’?
Private practice requires the right combination of support, resources, and opportunities for clinicians to grow and remain engaged in their work. We believe we have found the right balance between clinician autonomy, practice support and guidance. As a local OT-owned practice, we are focused on long-term outcomes that will benefit all stakeholders.

• Fraser Valley - Langley, Abbotsford, Chilliwack

This is a part-time to full-time community-based contract position. You will be working with a diverse group of funders to assist clients with a range of limitations. Health populations and case mix can be customized based on your interest and experience. Duties include Functional Assessments, Job Site Visits and development of Graduated Activity and/or Graduated Return to Work plans as well as liaising with the client’s healthcare team and payer representative. You will use your exceptional communication, clinical and organizational skills to deliver outcomes that change peoples lives by helping them function more fully in the settings that matter to them, fulfill important life roles and return to the activities that give them purpose. Many of our clients require a period of Active Rehabilitation to increase independence in home and community settings before RTW can be considered. You will develop knowledge of funder contracts and community resources to facilitate your client’s access to appropriate health services and will implement a variety of therapeutic strategies to facilitate your client’s success. For clients recently discharged from hospital or those with ADL difficulties, Home Assessments to determine equipment, support and attendant care needs also form part of the duties. Health populations include Orthopedics, Mental Health, Neuro (e.g. Concussion/Brain Injury) and Persistent Pain. 

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Reliable vehicle to use for clinical appointments
• Experience working with agency payers is a strong asset
• Commitment to continuous learning through professional development courses
• Current member of COTBC or eligible for registration

How to Apply
Please email your resume and cover letter to Operations and Human Resources Manager, Laura Doig at careers@communitytherapists.com. Please specify the position you are applying for in your email subject.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.