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.

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

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 perso

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.