- Provides occupational therapy assessment, consultation and interventions to referred clients to maximize physical function and promote independence and safety; determines the appropriate use of recognized occupational therapy assessment tools (e.g. neurobehavioral cognitive exams, ADL/IADL assessment, swallowing/dysphagia assessment, seating) and conducts appropriate assessments.
- Collaborates with colleagues, clients and caregivers to develop individual treatment goals, utilizing the self-management model of living with chronic illness; provides treatment and/or teaching to clients and caregivers in order to restore, develop or maintain functional status; identifies the resources required for treatment, including tests, materials, equipment and funding; provides verbal and written reports to the interdisciplinary team regarding progress towards care plan goals.
- Develops and monitors treatment rehabilitation plans for ABI clients. Provides clinical services to an assigned individual caseload.
- Acts as a consultant/resource to the family, care team, and community agencies in the provision of rehabilitation services. Recommends appropriate community resources, i.e. vocational services, semi-independent living program, etc.
- Determines appropriate tasks for Transfer of Function; instructs, monitors and reviews specific tasks with the client, caregiver and/or home support worker to ensure a high standard of care.
- Develops and monitors rehabilitations services to meet rehabilitation needs of ABI clients by liaising with program areas and other community agencies and services to facilitate the integration of rehabilitation strategies.
- Strengthens existing partnerships and develops new partnerships to provide rehabilitation services; monitors and evaluates rehabilitation programs provided by contracted service providers.
- Develops contracts for services, monitors contracted services, and reviews invoices prior to payment.
- Completes required reports, records and workload statistics; maintains files and records in accordance with program standards and procedures.
- Acts as a group leader, co-leader or support staff in a wide range of therapeutic groups such as activity, life skills, psycho-educational, and insight-oriented groups by: assisting with the coordination of Skills Building Group; planning specific group activities to meet the goals of the particular client group; ensuring the group process is therapeutic; observing, evaluating and reporting individual client responses to the treatment team.
- Provides in-service instruction/training to Fraser Health staff and community agencies related to ABI and the principles and process of rehabilitation with ABI clients.
- Participates in quality improvement and risk management activities for Acquired Brain Injury Services by evaluating clinical practice and generating recommendations for alternative approaches.
- Represents service area at various committees and/or meetings as assigned.
- Provides instruction, feedback and supervision to students as assigned.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of the broad health system, community resources and volunteer agencies, and their roles and responsibilities in providing a continuum of care.
- Knowledge of disability issues and the needs of adults living with permanent injury and illness.
- Knowledge of behavioural management strategies and techniques.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, standards and policies.
- Comprehensive knowledge of rehabilitation practices in ABI rehabilitation.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with clients, families, other members of the health care team and community agencies.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage and prioritize caseload/workload and make decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to teach and provide consultation to clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, coordinate, and deliver in-services, presentations, psycho-educational and support groups.
- Ability to work effectively with others, including as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Proficiency in the use of personal computers, including related wordprocessing and database management software applications.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
-
Psychologist, Acquired Brain Injury Services
2 weeks ago
Fraser Health Langley, Canada Part timeDetailed Overview · The Psychologist is responsible for providing a full range of psychological services within a multidisciplinary team that provides rehabilitation and community support to clients within Acquired Brain Injury Services. Responsibilities Provides a full range of ...
-
Psychologist, Acquired Brain Injury Services
1 week ago
Fraser Health Langley, CanadaWhy Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis Chartered ...
-
Psychologist, Acquired Brain Injury Services
2 weeks ago
Fraser Health Authority Langley, Canada Part timeSalary range · The salary range for this position is CAD $ $65.96 / hour · Come work with us · Are you a passionate Psychologist looking to join an innovative team and make a difference for individuals with brain injuries? Do you enjoy program development as part of your role as ...
-
Fraser Health Langley, CanadaWhy Fraser Health?: · Are you motivated to join a dedicated team of health care providers in this dynamic and rewarding role? Are you interested in a career where you can make an impact on the well-being of others? · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and c ...
-
Social Worker, Acquired Brain Injury Services
2 weeks ago
Fraser Health Langley, CanadaWhy Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis Chartered ...
-
Fraser Health Langley, CanadaWhy Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis Chartered ...
-
Fraser Health Langley, CanadaWhy Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis Chartered ...
-
Occupational Therapist
3 weeks ago
Back In Motion Langley, Canada Part time to Full timeJob Summary · :The goal of rehabilitation is to support clients return to work through in clinic and workplace interventions. The Occupational Therapist will work on a team that includes Physical Therapists, Counselors, Physicians, Kinesiologists, and Case Managers. Your work wi ...
-
Health and Safety Lead/Manager
2 days ago
EBC Langley Township, Canada PermanentJob Offer Share the Offer Health and Safety Lead/Manager · EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects: bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, marine installations, etc. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets, as well as ou ...
-
Township of Langley Langley, Canada AuxiliaryJob Overview · The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for up to 20 auxiliary Recreation Facility Attendants to join our team of professionals in the Recreation Division. Reporting to the Community Recreation Manager, in this unionized position you will undertake a var ...
-
Community Pediatric OT
1 week ago
Community Therapists Langley, Canada PermanentIf you are seeking a work environment that keeps you motivated and passionate about your profession, then Community Therapists is the place for you. Established in 1989, Community Therapists stands out as the largest OT-owned and operated practice in British Columbia, with 50 OTs ...
-
Speech Language Pathologist
2 weeks ago
Fraser Health Langley, BC, Canada $40.53 - $50.62Salary range · The salary range for this position is CAD $ $50.62 / hour · Why Fraser Health? · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of t ...
-
Registered Clinical Counsellor
1 week ago
Lifemark Health Group Langley, Canada Part timeRegistered Clinical Counselor - Lifemark Health Group · Location: Lifemark 64th Avenue, Langley, BC · Hybrid team environment is available · In-person preferred on Tuesday and Friday · 20-30 hours/week (Part Time up to Full Time) · Compensation models include hourly and Fee for S ...
-
Clinical Counsellor
1 week ago
Lifemark Health Group Langley, BC, Canada Part time $38 - $55Registered Clinical Counselor - Lifemark Health Group · 20-30 hours/week (Part Time up to Full Time) · Compensation models include hourly and Fee for Service ($38.Are you a passionate Registered Clinical Counselor looking to belong to a supportive, collaborative community to imp ...
-
Loss Adjuster
3 weeks ago
DGA Careers Langley, BC, Canada Full timeMulti Line Claims Adjuster - Burnaby/Hybrid - 9452 · Our Client prides themselves on not just handling claims, but crafting resolutions They are seeking an experienced and collaborative Multi Line Claims Adjuster to join the team. · This position will be handling a majority of c ...
-
Substance Use Clinician, Masters
10 hours ago
Fraser Health Langley, CanadaSalary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $ $51.27 / hour Why Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the C ...
-
Substance Use Clinician, Masters
3 days ago
Fraser Health Langley, CanadaSalary range: The salary range for this position is CAD - / hour Why Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Sa ...
-
Behavioural Analyst- Langley
4 weeks ago
Fraser Health Langley, CanadaWhy Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis Chartered ...
-
Learning Specialist
3 weeks ago
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Langley, CanadaEmployee Group: · **Faculty (Kwantlen Faculty Association)** · - Hours of Work (BCGEU): · - # of openings: · **1** · - Hours Per Week (BCGEU): · - Pay Level: · **Faculty Pay Scale** · - Days of Work (BCGEU): · **Sunday** · - Employment Type: · **Permanent Full Time** · - Internal ...
-
Disability Manager
1 week ago
Pattison Food Group Langley, CanadaCome join Pattison Food Group Ltd., a Jim Pattison business, and Canada's largest Western-based provider of food and health products. · Pattison Food Group Ltd. is Save-On-Foods and other well-known grocery banners. With nearly 300 retail locations, we proudly employ more than 30 ...
Occupational Therapist, Acquired Brain Injury Services - Langley, Canada - Fraser Health Authority
Description
Salary rangeThe salary range for this position is CAD $ $52.95 / hour
Why Fraser Health?
Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis Chartered Communities.
Our team of 45,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care. Learn more.
We are currently looking to fill a Full Time opportunity for a Occupational Therapist in Acquired Brain Injury located in Langley, BC.
Come work with us
Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.
Effective October 26, 2021 all staff for all positions across health care in British Columbia are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (have received a full series of a World Health Organization "WHO" approved vaccine against infection by SARS-COV-2, or a combination of approved WHO vaccines). Please note this applies to all postings, and there are no exceptions.
Fraser Health values diversity in the work force and strives to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. Fraser Health's hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner.
Connect with us
Connect with us on our Careers social channels where you'll learn about exciting opportunities, get career tips from our recruiters, and meet some of your future team members You can also visit us on Indeed and Glassdoor.
Detailed OverviewThe Occupational Therapist provides specialized community-based occupational therapy services to individuals with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI); provides consultation and education to client case managers/primary therapists, other program areas and contracted agencies regarding rehabilitation; develops rehabilitation services through development of partnerships in the community.
Responsibilities
Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy. Two (2) years' recent, related experience in ABI or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Current full registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia (COTBC). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists - BC (CAOT-BC).
Valid B.C. driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for business related purposes.
Skills and Abilities