Occupational Therapist - Inpatient - Mental Health & Addictions
Capital District Health Authority
Eastern Zone, Nova Scotia, Canada
Base: $38.43- $49.73 hourly; bonus/equity: not spe...
On-site
Graduate of c.a.o.t recognized school of occupational therapy
Licensed with college of occupational therapists of nova scotia
Conduct individual and group treatment sessions
Capital District Health Authority is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist for their inpatient Mental Health & Addictions team in Eastern Nova Scotia. The role involves collaborating with clients and healthcare teams to enhance patient functionality, with an emphasis on mental health treatment
Job Summary
The Occupational Therapist works collaboratively with clients, caregivers, and families to facilitate, restore, and maintain optimal levels of function in self-care, productivity, and leisure.
Successful candidates will be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, life insurance, and a defined benefit pension plan.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a diverse workforce that values representation and encourages applicants from Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, and other underrepresented groups to apply.
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Capital District Health Authority is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist for their inpatient Mental Health & Addictions team in Eastern Nova Scotia. The role involves collaborating with clients and healthcare teams to enhance patient functionality, with an emphasis on mental health treatment.
Salary
Base: $38.43- $49.73 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, travel, long-term disability, life insurance, defined benefit pension plan
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Graduate of C.A.O.T recognized School of Occupational Therapy
Licensed with College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia
Conduct individual and group treatment sessions
Apply psychotherapeutic approaches like CBT
Maintain current CPR certification
Nice-to-have
Demonstrated experience in functional assessments
Familiarity with local community resources
AMPS certification
French language proficiency
Experience supervising OT students and assistants
Key Requirements
C.A.O.T recognized degree required
COTNS license mandatory
Two years relevant experience preferred
Current CPR certification required
DSM knowledge required
Work Rights
Must be licensed with College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia