Let us welcome you home.

Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada.

Our Vision: For every person to feel at home.

This is truly supported by our credo. “Let us welcome you home.” All of us here feel it is an honour to work with our residents and we advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident, is the focus of all our endeavours.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain current knowledge of developments in occupational therapy through literature review, educational programs, and involvement in professional groups.
• Demonstrate concern and interest in providing quality care to the residents.
• Interact with residents and their relatives in a manner, which demonstrates tact, empathy and patience.
• Collaborate effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university plus one year of post-graduate experience in occupational therapy in geriatrics.
• Registered with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and the College of Occupational Therapists in BC.
• Ability to work independently and be self-directed.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem solve.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts

Conditions of Employment

• Completion of First Aid
• Clear Police Information Check
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check
• COVID-19 vaccination proof. This requirement may be waived if you have received an exemption through the provincial government.

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