OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, PRIMARY CARE (PERMANENT FULL TIME)

FNHA Overview The First Nations Health Authority is a diverse and transformational health organization of professional, innovative, and dedicated team members and leaders.
The first of its kind in Canada, FNHA works as a health-and-wellness partner with BC First Nations to support self-determination and decision-making to improve health outcomes.
The First Nations Health Authority is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce; The First Nations Health Authority has a mandate to increase First Nations representation in the workforce. Title: Occupational Therapist, Dadzi Wellness Primary Care Centre
Contract: This term position with FNHA ends 3/31/2028, with a possibility of an extension. When the term position ends with the FNHA, it is intended that this position will be offered as a permanent role with the Wellness Center.
The Occupational Therapist is an integral member of the interprofessional team at the Dadzi Wellness Centre, supporting the wellness of Dakelh individuals and families through culturally grounded, client-centered care. In alignment with FNHA’s Wellness Philosophy and COTBC standards, the Occupational Therapist provides assessment, occupational therapy diagnosis, treatment planning, and interventions that enhance daily functioning, independence, and participation in meaningful activities
Bachelor of Science or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Current full registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia (COTBC).
Membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists is an asset
Minimum two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist in various field and programs
Experience in community interventions and coordination or service plans is an asset
Experience working with individuals, families and community organizations
Experience working with First Nations communities preferred
Municipal Pension plan with an employer contribution of 9.31%

• 3 weeks’ vacation, which increases with service to 4 weeks, plus 5 personal days, 1 volunteer day, and 14 public holidays including National Indigenous People’s Day, National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, Easter Monday and Boxing Day
• Access to group health benefits and a Health Care Spending Account through Canada Life on day 1 of employment
• Leading with culture, all FNHA employees complete San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training. We support our family to be leaders in wellness and all staff members develop a yearly wellness plan as part of their performance partnership and goal-setting.