Occupational Therapist

About Bethany

Bethany is one of Western Canada’s largest not-for-profit providers of care, housing, and community services for seniors and persons with disabilities. Since 1945, Bethany has provided high-quality, person-centered care focused on the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our residents and tenants.

Why Bethany?

At Bethany, our employees are the backbone that supports our model of quality care. We celebrate a workforce rich in diversity, and our employees are rewarded through meaningful work experiences. Our employees are a part of something bigger than themselves—we are a team of multidisciplinary professionals committed to “Creating Caring Communities.

For more information, check out this video about Working at Bethany

About The Role

Our Occupational Therapists play a vital role in assessing and providing interventions tailored to each resident's needs. From offering adaptive equipment to enhance independence to developing occupational therapy programs that support residents' physical, cognitive, sensory, emotional, and social well-being, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference and impact in our residents’ lives.

What You Will Do

Service Excellence

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of activities of daily living in alignment with Bethany Care's policies and procedures, collaborating with residents to identify personal goals and preferences.
• Ensure each resident’s needs, preferences, and goals are addressed in a personalized and respectful manner, providing tailored interventions that enhance their quality of life, optimize functional abilities, and continuously strive to uphold the highest standards of care and service. Coordinate with families, acute care teams, and community resources (e.g., AADL, equipment vendors, seating clinics) to support residents in achieving their goals.
• Maintain detailed documentation in healthcare records, including resident-centered care plans, ensuring accurate tracking of resident participation and progress.

Teamwork

• Collaborate closely with the Interdisciplinary Team to deliver integrated and holistic care to residents, while fostering a foster a supportive and positive work environment through building strong relationships with team members, residents, and families.
• Work effectively alongside Occupational Therapy Assistants/Therapy Assistants, offering guidance and support to ensure optimal outcomes.

Leadership

• Exhibit strong decision-making skills, providing leadership within the Occupational Therapy Assistant(s) team and ensuring alignment with Bethany Care’s mission and values.

What You Bring

• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy or Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT) recognized equivalent.
• Registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT).
• Proven experience in conducting comprehensive assessments of activities of daily living, aligned with Bethany Care’s policies and procedures.
• Ability to collaborate with residents to identify personal goals and preferences, providing tailored interventions to enhance quality of life and optimize functional abilities.
• Experience coordinating with families, acute care teams, and community resources (e.g., AADL, equipment vendors, seating clinics) to support residents in achieving their goals.
• Skilled in maintaining detailed healthcare records, including resident-centered care plans, and ensuring accurate tracking of resident participation and progress.
• Strong understanding of resident care, occupational health, and safety policies and procedures.
• A commitment to providing exceptional, compassionate care that promotes the well-being and independence of residents.
• Ability to address each resident’s needs, preferences, and goals in a personalized and respectful manner.
• Continuously strives to improve and enhance the quality of care while maintaining the highest standards of service.
• Valid class 5 drivers license as travel to other locations may be required.

Position Information

Location: Red Deer, Alberta

Site: Bethany Collegeside

Site Address: 99 College Circle, Red Deer, AB T4R 0M3

Classification: Occupational Therapist (OT-CS22-001)- Bethany Collegeside

FTE: 1.00

Non- Union/Union

Department/Unit: Therapeutic Services - CollegeSide

Time Type: Full time

Position Type: Permanent

Shift & Hours of Work: Days (0800-1615)

Shift per Cycle: 20 in a 4 week cycle

Position Start Date: 2026-07-24

Position End Date

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted.

Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer.

Successful candidates will be required to obtain a Criminal Background Check and provide proof of all mandatory immunizations.

Bethany Care Society complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). By forwarding your resume to Bethany you are consenting to the collection and use of your personal information for this job competition. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.