Community Therapists - Driving Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist – Part Time or Full Time

DRIVER REHABILITATION OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (Victoria)


If you are looking for a practice culture that keeps you engaged and interested in your profession, then Community Therapists would be an ideal fit for you! Established in 1989, Community Therapists is BCs largest OT-owned and operated practice with 50 OTs working throughout BC. Our team includes PTs, Kinesiologists, Rehabilitation Assistants, and Counsellors. Our culture of innovation and diverse practice offers many opportunities for professional growth and development. With practice groups in Driver Rehab, Return to Work, Home Health, Concussion/Brain Injury, Mental Health, and many more areas, you can establish a case mix and career path that leverages your past experience while stretching your skills in new areas.

Why Join Community Therapists?

1. Flexibility – Decide how much and what type of work is right for you
2. Competitive pay - Earn rates that align your productivity with what you take home
3. Work from Home - Work from anywhere, any time 
4. Incredible Admin Support - focus on what you do best and let us handle the rest
5. Stay Engaged – Structured Mentorship, monthly team meetings & education provide an opportunity to learn, collaborate and share new ideas
6. Join an amazing workplace culture that balances autonomy with connection & support
7. Ready access to Rehabilitation Assistants to help you deliver your programs
8. Leadership that has your back – OT leaders regularly advocate for the OT profession & our team
9. Work with us and do what you love and work collaboratively with a supportive group of colleagues.

We are looking for clinicians that are curious and interested in continuous improvement. Learn more about What We Do, What We Stand For, and why you should Join Us.

Our Why?
In a true partnership between clinicians and management, we are guided by a shared vision to empower our clients to function more fully in the settings that matter to them, fulfill important life roles, and return to a variety of meaningful activities including work and community life. 

What’s our ‘Secret Sauce’?
Private practice requires the right combination of support, resources, and opportunities for clinicians to grow and remain engaged in their work. We believe we have found the right balance between clinician autonomy, practice support and guidance. As a local OT-owned practice, we are focused on long-term outcomes that will benefit all stakeholders.

• Victoria and surrounding areas

We are looking for an OT to join our Driver Rehabilitation Program and Community OT Return to Function and Return to Work programs. This is a part-time to full-time clinic and community-based contract position. You will be working with a diverse group of funders to assist clients with a range of limitations arising from concussion/brain injury, CVA, anxiety/PTSD, and a range of physical issues. The OT role in the Driver Rehab program includes Functional Driving Evaluations, Vehicle Modification Evaluations, and the development of Driver Rehabilitation programs as well as liaising with the client’s healthcare team, vehicle modification vendors, and payer representatives. This position will be combined with a community-based rehabilitation caseload in order to serve our funders in the region. Health populations and the resultant case mix will be customized based on candidate interest and experience. You will use your exceptional communication, clinical and organizational skills to deliver outcomes that change people’s lives by helping them function more fully in the settings that matter to them, fulfill important life roles, and return to the activities that give them purpose.

• Minimum 1 year experience addressing driving-related limitations with clients as part of an overall caseload
• Minimum 1 year experience working with individuals who have physical, mental health, or brain injuries, or any combination thereof;
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Reliable vehicle to use for clinical appointments
• Experience working with agency payers is a strong asset
• Commitment to continuous learning through professional development courses
• Current member of COTBC or eligible for registration

How to Apply
Please email your resume and cover letter to Operations and Human Resources Manager, Laura Doig at careers@communitytherapists.com. Please specify the position you are applying for in your email subject.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.