Through the vision to eliminate poverty in our community and guided by a passionate concern for the dignity and well-being of each individual, Bissell Centre’s work is based on building relationships, hope and trust. Our mission is to work with others to empower people to move from poverty to cultural, social, and economic prosperity. We empower people to meet their own basic daily needs, participate in community and have sustainable livelihoods, secure housing, feel hope for the future and make plans for a prosperous life. By joining Bissell Centre, you will become part of a fast-paced and dedicated team that works together to realize our vision.
Are you a Behavioral Therapy Professional looking to make an impact in your community? Do you have endless optimism, ready to move and create change in the community? Through the vision to eliminate poverty in our community and guided by a passionate concern for the dignity and well-being of each individual, Bissell Centre’s work is based on building relationships, hope and trust. Our community comes from all walks of life and so do we.
Through our programs we work to empower people from meeting their own basic daily needs to having sustainable livelihoods, secure housing, and feeling hope for the future and make plans for a prosperous life. By joining Bissell Centre, you will become part of a fast-paced and dedicated team that works together to realize our vision.
Currently, Bissell Centre is looking for an individual wanting to join our Housing team. Are you ready to be a FASD Occupational Therapist and make an impact in our community?
Job Purpose
The Occupational Therapist will work apart of a support team to provide support to adults to support home stability and goal achievement through a client centered approach. The Occupational Therapist will be based in-house but will also work and represent Bissell Centre out in the community. This position focuses on assessing participant’s executive function and assisting in the formulation of care plans. Through assessment and intervention, the Occupational Therapist will support skill development that enables participants to engage in activities of daily living, employment, and any additional areas that aim to increase home stability, reduce isolation, and increase meaningful daily activity.
The Occupational Therapist is expected to have the ability to respond quickly to individuals in crisis.
Duties and Responsibilities
Program Delivery
* Administer assessments on all residents, as appropriate. Including the Executive Function Performance Test (EFPT) Adolescent/Adult Sensory Profile
* Assist Resident Support Worker’s (RSW) in establishing and meeting meaningful goals with the residents within the home and community setting.
* Collaborate in the development of methods that address emotional regulation, and that promote adaptive social and life skills.
* Provide personalized and on-going professional development/coaching to RSWs around brain function which includes emotional regulation, sensory disorders, mental illness, and the like, as appropriate.
* Maintain accurate written case file notes, computer records, update program databases (ETO), program information, and Critical Incident reports within established time standards.
* Provide latest program information and updated statistics as required.
* Developing, and monitoring systems to track progress towards goals with the residents and the PSW support team.
* Maintain and submit accurate mileage and expense logs for reimbursement.
* Attending scheduled staff and supervision meetings.
* Complete WCB forms as required.
* Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications
* Minimum university degree in Occupational Therapy. Masters Preferred.
* Training and experience in providing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Familiarity with Skills System is an asset.
* Knowledge of the history and culture of Indigenous peoples
* 3 years’ experience working with high-risk populations which includes, but is not limited to, understanding of poverty, homelessness, addictions, FASD and mental health concerns.
* Community based experience is considered an asset.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Strong ability to build relationships.
* Knowledge of harm reduction, and trauma-informed care
* Motivated self-starter with strong written communication, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
* Results oriented individual with good time management who possesses strong organizational, problem-solving and advocacy skills.
* Ability to provide individual and group support services as well as workshop development and facilitation.
* The ability to support people and/or coordinate support in a variety of diverse settings.
* Experience with case management software is a considerable asset.
* Proven ability to take initiative and to develop own systems.
Conditions of Work
* Operation of personal vehicle with required insurance
* Some early morning, evening and weekend work may be required as caseload coverage is participant centered.
Personal Characteristics
The Occupational Therapist should demonstrate competence in all the following:
* Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices and ensure own behavior is consistent with these standards and aligns with the mission and core values of Bissell Centre.
* Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.
* Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
* Focus on Participant Needs: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of participants and the community to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters.
* Foster Teamwork: Foster, sustain and role model productive team management practices, and contribute to a positive team environment. Share expertise and knowledge to support, coach and develop others.
* Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, and make clear decisions that are timely and in the best interests of the organization.
* Organizational Skills: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details/data/information/activities.
* Plan: Determine strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create, and implement action plans, and evaluate the process and results.
* Solve Problems: Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.
Screening Requirements
* Criminal Record Check
* CWIS Check
* Valid driver’s license, proof of $2 million PLPD insurance and drivers abstract.
* Current registration with professional college
* As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves, Bissell continues to take action to protect persons served and staff. Strategies related to Bissell’s response to COVID-19 are driven by the guiding principle of taking all reasonable precautions and measures to protect the health and safety of both persons served and staff. In keeping with this intentional purpose, COVID-19 full vaccination is a condition of employment for new hires, except due to legitimate, established exceptions.
Training Requirements
* Standard First Aid and CPR
* Conflict Into Calm Training must be completed during the three months of employment. Other required training may be identified as required.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to: acalderon@bissellcentre.org
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves, Bissell Centre continues to take action to protect person served and staff. Strategies related to Bissell Centre’s response to COVID-19 are driven by the guiding principle of taking all reasonable precautions and measures to protect the health and safety of both persons served and staff. In keeping with this intentional purpose, COVID-19 full vaccination is a condition of employment for new hires, except due to legitimate, established exceptions.
Bissell Centre is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity within our community and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability. Bissell Centre is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees, in accordance with provincially and federally legislated protected grounds.
Application Deadline: November 1st, 2025
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