Facility: AgeCare Sun Rivers
Location: 580 Shuswap Road, Kamloops, BC
Compensation: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour
Flexible Schedule: 15-25 hours per week, flexible on days / hours of work

For eligible applicants, this position will qualify for Status tax exemption.

About Us :

We are a trusted provider of high-quality healthcare, food, and support services to long-term care and assisted living facilities across British Columbia. Our team is committed to enhancing the lives of seniors through compassionate, person-centered care.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and caring Occupational Therapist to join our team at Sun Rivers, our newly opened long-term care facility in Kamloops. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults.

Responsibilities:

As an Occupational Therapist, you will support residents' functional independence and quality of life through thoughtful assessments, personalized interventions, and collaborative care planning. Responsibilities include:
Assessing residents' occupational and functional status and developing individualized care plans.
Implementing and evaluating therapy programs, including fall prevention and chronic pain management strategies.
Educating residents and care teams on mobility, occupational function, and leisure activities.
Recommending and supporting the use of adaptive devices to enhance independence.
Providing seating and positioning assessments to ensure comfort and pressure relief.
Attending care conferences and family meetings to provide insight and recommendations.
Participating in the development and evaluation of policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives.
Performing other related duties as required.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia (COTBC).
Up to one year of recent related experience (new grads welcome).
A passion for working with older adults.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Basic understanding of adult education principles, methods, and tools.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $60.00-$65.00 per hour

Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
French not required

Ability to commute/relocate:
Kamloops, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):
Have you completed a degree in Occupational Therapy?

Licence/Certification:
registration with College of Occupational Therapists of BC. (required)

Work Location: In person