Community Therapists - Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Part time or Full Time

COMMUNITY PAEDIATRIC OT (Fraser Valley)

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 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.

Position Details 
This is a part time to full time contract position in our neurodivergent-affirming community based pediatric practice with available regions including Langley, Mission, Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. This position involves working with a diverse group of funders including MCFD, CBIPCY, schools and parents to provide home, school and community-based rehabilitation for children with autism, brain injuries and other developmental concerns. Registration with the RASP or eligibility for RASP is required. Duties include community-based assessment and implementation of treatment plans to address one or more of ADLs, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, visual perception and other functional areas. A pediatric caseload can also be combined with adult community-based rehabilitation depending on clinician interest and 

• 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
• Minimum 1 year of paediatric OT work experience is required
• 2 years overall clinical work experience is preferred (work experience as a behavioural interventionist with paediatric clients will be considered)

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.