Occupational Therapy Supervisor, Seniors Care Long-Term Care

at  Providence Healthcare

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy plus four (4) years broad experience in a health care setting including at least two (2) years in designated program/service areas and previous supervisory and administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia. Eligible for membership with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise others.
• Demonstrated ability to apply decision-making and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, co-workers, physicians, other health care staff and staff of external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to identify learning needs, teach, coach, and provide clinical guidance.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in conflict resolution issues.
• Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of adult education principles.
• Ability to critically appraise research evidence.
• Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Competitive salary: $55.50 - $69.09 CAD per hour, depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits: Eligible employees receive a robust medical and dental benefits package, including unlimited physiotherapy and massage, as well as paid vacation.
• Work-Life Balance: Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Providence is proud to offer a range of opportunities including full-time, part-time, and casual, with limited evenings and weekends, and most shifts starting at 8AM and finishing by 4PM.
• Unionized Stability: Enjoy the consistency and security offered by a unionized role.
• Pension plan: Work towards a comfortable retirement through employer-matched contributions to one of Canada’s strongest pension plans!
• Meaningful impact: Your dedication and expertise will directly impact the lives of patients, including many from marginalized communities.
• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.

WHO WE ARE:

Providence is a non-profit healthcare provider with over fifteen sites, including a large tertiary hospital in the heart of Vancouver’s beautiful and vibrant Downtown, a smaller community hospital in the idyllic Mount Pleasant neighborhood, one of the largest referral centres for rehabilitation in British Columbia, and five long-term care facilities, as well as other clinics.
As a leading teaching and research organization, and the provincial referral center for Cardiac, HIV/AIDS, and Renal Care, we provide services ranging from acute and long-term care to leading substance use and addiction treatment supporting some of BC’s most marginalized communities. Guided by the motto “how you want to be treated”, delivering exceptional patient and family-centered care is our mission.
Curious about working at PHC and the culture of our Allied Teams? Check out the videos below to learn more and meet some of the members of the team you’d be joining:

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Providence Health Care’s Occupational Therapy department is now accepting applications for a brand-new leadership opportunity at our long-term care sites. This Occupational Therapy Supervisor position for Seniors Care provides fantastic opportunities for career growth and development while supporting a tight-knit and collaborative health care team embedded within a long-term care home, allowing for deep connections to be made with both colleagues and residents. In addition, the department-based culture of our OT team keeps you connected to the sense of community fostered by Providence’s larger OT department, with a culture of on-site mentorship providing a wealth of knowledge and expertise as you further your professional skill set.
Our OTs are key members of our Allied Health team, working closely with other Allied disciplines like Physiotherapy and Speech Language Pathology as well as other members of our care teams to tackle the rewarding variety of treatment needs of the patient populations we serve. With a tight-knit and supportive departmental working environment that fosters a sense of community amongst practitioners dedicated to patient care, being an OT at Providence provides incredible opportunities for interdisciplinary learning, mentorship, and professional development.
With OT roles across multiple sites, working with Providence provides opportunities to work in a variety of settings to expand your professional skill set, from long-term care to Urban Health. If you’d like to learn more, apply today! No cover letter required.

YOUR DUTIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Coordinate Day-to-Day Operations: Manage daily operations of the Occupational Therapy team, including coordinating work assignments, monitoring patient/resident flow, and adjusting staff assignments as needed.
• Provide Clinical Support and Supervision: Act as a clinical resource, coach, and mentor for staff and students, and provide direct patient/resident assessment and treatment as required. Supervise up to 24 FTEs, including Occupational Therapists and non-paramedical staff.
• Facilitate Learning and Development: Identify learning needs, develop educational and orientation materials, and present to staff. Promote research and quality improvement initiatives within the department.
• Communicate and Collaborate: Ensure the Professional Practice Leader (PPL) and program/service leadership are informed of issues or concerns, and support the interdisciplinary team in achieving program/service, patient, and resident goals.
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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Competitive salary: $55.50 - $69.09 CAD per hour, depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits: Eligible employees receive a robust medical and dental benefits package, including unlimited physiotherapy and massage, as well as paid vacation.
• Work-Life Balance: Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Providence is proud to offer a range of opportunities including full-time, part-time, and casual, with limited evenings and weekends, and most shifts starting at 8AM and finishing by 4PM.
• Unionized Stability: Enjoy the consistency and security offered by a unionized role.
• Pension plan: Work towards a comfortable retirement through employer-matched contributions to one of Canada’s strongest pension plans!
• Meaningful impact: Your dedication and expertise will directly impact the lives of patients, including many from marginalized communities.
• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents