Occupational Therapist 2 (Permanent Full-Time) - INSIGHT RC - 170589

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Occupational Therapist 2
(Youth Mental Health Day Treatment Program)

Health PEI
Location – 40 Enman Crescent, Charlottetown

Full-Time Permanent (IUOE) Position
Commencing Immediately

Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.

Under the supervision of the team lead, the Occupational Therapist 2 (OT2) is a member of the multi-disciplinary teams who collaborates on the provision of holistic, comprehensive care to meet the needs of children and adolescents experiencing Mental Health and/or Addiction issues. As a member of the team, the OT participates in the overall plan of care with the child/adolescent and family by providing Occupational Therapy services. Occupational Therapy services are indicated when engagement in the occupations of everyday living becomes a challenge or engagement is at risk of becoming a challenge. Occupational Therapy interventions aim to facilitate safe, functional, engagement in self-care, productivity and leisure occupations; and minimize barriers that impede engagement in occupations. Interventions may include one or more of the following: remediation, adaptation, compensation, prevention, health promotion or education. Interventions of the OT typically target the person, environment and occupation collectively as these elements are interrelated.

Interventions may take place during day treatment or in functional environments (e.g. home, school, community locations, and work) relevant to the client.

Duties will include:

• Performs beyond entry-level competencies and within medical directives and delegates medical functions as approved for the practice setting as per the National Occupational Therapy competency requirements, and the Occupational Therapy Act of Prince Edward Island;
• identifies the child/adolescent, based on each unique situation and identifies the child/adolescent's support system (e.g., family, significant others, caregivers, community, etc.) and works as a champion of family centered care;
• ensures provision of occupational therapy services at a systems level and with a focus on Mental Health and Addiction population needs;
• respects the individuality, autonomy and confidentiality of the child/adolescent and ensures the child/adolescent is treated respectfully; uses a family-centered approach involving shared decision making and responsibility with the child adolescent and family;
• demonstrates professional integrity and a commitment to the well-being of all Mental Health and Addiction children/adolescents;
• establishes and maintains effective communication with child/adolescent, family and professional colleagues;
• maintains an accurate account of care given through clear, concise, written and verbal communication and evaluates, communicates and documents child/adolescent response to care in a timely manner;
• develops and maintains information systems to ensure appropriate access to accurate, objective, relevant information about the child/adolescent and general occupational therapy services;
• collaborates, partners and communicates with the individual, family, community, health care team and service providers when there is a difference between the care plan and the wants, needs and abilities of the child/adolescent;
• facilitates discharge planning and transitions across the health care continuum, ensuring the child/adolescent's needs are met in the appropriate setting;
• describes one's role and responsibilities, scope of practice and interrelations with other health professionals clearly to other professionals/child/adolescents and families;
• participates in screening and prioritizing referrals to Occupational Therapy to determine the individual's need for Occupational Therapy Services as required;
• assesses the child/adolescent through interviewing and conducting functional and standardized assessments to identify Occupational Performance Issues (OPis); challenges related to occupational engagement, strengths and barriers related to Person, Environment and Occupations, and their interaction with one another;
• consults with the child/adolescent and family on options for service; explains and obtains consent;
• selects an appropriate theoretical approach to address the child/adolescent's occupational performance issues;
• engages the child/adolescent in treatment and goal setting with an aim to maximize occupational functioning and minimize barriers that impede occupational engagement. Implementation of the plan involves promotion of safety, choice, and risk engagement;
• evaluates, communicates and documents expected and unexpected responses to care, to the child/adolescent, his/her family support system and the health care team;
• evaluates and monitors broad outcomes including healthy living and reducing admissions;
• conducts self within the legal/ethical/professional obligations and requirements;
• other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have successful completion of a master’s degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy.
• Must be eligible for licensing with the Prince Edward Island College of Occupational Therapists.
• Must have considerable experience as a practicing Occupational Therapist.
• Good previous work and attendance record.
• The successful applicant must provide a satisfactory criminal record check prior to beginning of employment

Other Qualifications:

• Clinical experience with child and adolescent populations experiencing Mental Health issues, an asset.
• Clinical experience with group interventions, an asset.
• Clinical experience with cognitive behavioral therapy or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, an asset.

Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. The successful candidate will be the only individual receiving written notification of competition results. The Notification of Successful Candidates list posted on the Employment Opportunity board will serve to inform all other applicants of competition results.

Looking for a rewarding healthcare career? Join Health PEI’s team and take advantage of our exciting incentive programs designed just for you! Learn more about how you can benefit and make a difference today!

Salary Range: $39.93 - $48.99 per hour

Bi-Weekly Hours: 75.0 Hours Bi-Weekly / Monday-Friday, Days, Some Evening Work May Be Required.

Posting ID: 170589-1025ECPI

Closing Date: Open until Filled

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, applications may be submitted by mail to the PEI Public Service Commission at either P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8, or c/o ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É., 120 Heather Moyse Drive, Summerside, PE C1N 5L2. Applications may also be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383 or (902) 888-8083. As receipt of faxed applications cannot be guaranteed, applicants are encouraged to confirm receipt by telephone or in person prior to the closing date. Please ensure the appropriate Job Posting ID number is included on all application materials. Applications may be submitted online, and application forms may be obtained at www.jobspei.ca, any ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É. location, PEI Government office, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone at (902) 368-4080 or (902) 888-8013.