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At Carewest, our mission is to support all clients in maintaining their quality of life as they transition through their health care journey. Our core values of Caring, Relationships, Excellence, Accountability and Teamwork guide how we provide care to those who need it the most.

 

With a strong focus on delivering quality care & safety to our residents & clients we strive to attract innovative thinkers looking for a rewarding career.

 

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Position Status: Temporary Full Time Term Ends: January 25, 2027 Location: OSI Red Deer, MH Primary Care Clinics BW Hours: 77.50 FTE: 1.00 Shift: Days Shift Times: 0800-1615 Union: HSAA Rate of Pay: $38.90 - $51.80 PCN: 10OSI039

This position is responsible for providing client care through focused assessment, treatment and discharge planning of individuals who have been diagnosed with an operational stress injury (mental health condition) resulting from their policing or military service across Alberta. The Occupational Therapist I works within an interdisciplinary team to provide mental health services. This position reports directly to the Senior Manager with clinical guidance by the Occupational Therapist III.

Areas of treatment include behavioral activation, in vivo exposure therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, return to work support and may include the provision of trauma therapy or cognitive rehabilitation. Treatment is delivered in individual and group formats in person, and virtually. Responsible for other related duties as required. 

Operational Stress Injury (OSI) Clinic – an outpatient clinic funded by Veterans Affairs Canada that supports former and current Canadian Forces members, and members of the RCMP suffering from an Operational Stress Injury who require specialized assessment and treatment.

- Graduation from a recognized Masters or Degree program in Occupational Therapy

• Registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT)

• Eligible for membership in CAOT or SAOT

• Knowledge of PTSD treatment modalities an asset

• Trained in treatment modalities to address occupational impairment resulting from PTSD, depression, OCD, Insomnia, cognitive impairment and anxiety an asset

Experience: 

• Working as an Occupational Therapist for a period of 5 years or greater preferred

• Prior work experience in a mental health position working with trauma exposed professionals and knowledge of military and policing occupations an asset

• Facilitating group mental health treatment an asset

• Experience delivering occupational therapy in person and in virtual formats

• Experience and trained in Connect Care an asset

We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.

We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.