Occupational Therapist - RTW & Mental Health

Lifemark Health Group•Grande Prairie, AB

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Lifemark is a proudly Canadian, national healthcare company delivering over 25 years of service excellence across community rehabilitation services, workplace health and wellness, and independent medical assessment services. With clinics across the country, we are one of Canada’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare service providers. The team at our Grande Prairie clinic are passionate about enriching the health of Canadians through a holistic approach to collaborative care. As the Occupational Therapist, you will have the opportunity to create programs that benefit the community, work with a diverse group of clients and mentor students. You will create tailored rehabilitation plans, recommend job or home modifications, and assist with return-to-work planning. Also addressing physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges and support skill-building and environmental adaptation to improve their independence and quality of life.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists in your province.
Newly Licensed Graduates are accepted.
Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle may be required.
In some cases, Valid Vulnerable Sector screening check.
In some cases, Proof of Tuberculin (2-Step Mantoux Test) clearance (within 6 months).

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist is preferred.
Clinical experience is an asset in areas such as brain injury/neurological rehabilitation, mental health, musculoskeletal/orthopedic injury, home safety, ergonomics and/or return to work.
Passion for your profession and commitment to ongoing professional development.
Superior interpersonal relations, communication, problem-solving, time management, computer and documentation skills.
Proficiency in computer skills.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Proficiency in computer skills.
Bilingualism - French and English are assets.

Responsibilities

Provide both individual and program-based treatments and assessments for individuals in Long Term Disability, and support veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, first responders, and individuals facing physical, cognitive and mental wellness goals.
Evaluate the worker's physical, cognitive, and psychological functions, to support in either back to work or meaningful connections in their communities.
Create tailored, graded return-to-work plans with specific, measurable goals that gradually increase activity and build tolerance.
Concussion management and return to function planning.
Perform clinical evaluations, provide exercises, functional tasks, and cognitive strategies (e.g., pacing, energy conservation) to address injury-related deficits.
Identification of appropriate equipment needs with initiation of recommendations.
Teach techniques like mindfulness, relaxation, and sleep hygiene to manage pain, fatigue, and emotional distress.
Provide education to the client about the recovery process, the benefits of staying connected to work, and their roles in the plan.
Identify suitable modified duties, adapt the work environment, and monitor progress where appropriate.
Record assessment and treatment interventions in the client's chart.
Excel in a collaborative, inter-disciplinary team environment.
Exhibit sound professional judgment.

Benefits

$1500 annual learning and development allowance (based on employment status).
Team culture that values collaboration, learning, and shared success.
Centralized support so you can focus on care, not administration.
Robust onboarding and supervised new grad program.
Ongoing mentorship to support clinical skills development.
Support for specialized services including pelvic health and vestibular rehabilitation – areas known for high career satisfaction due to their profound patient impact.
Opportunities for management roles, including Clinic Director and Regional Manager positions.
Job mobility, with relocation options across a national network.
Flexible health benefits – medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
Paid wellness and vacation days.
Employee Share Ownership Program (Shoppers Drug Mart) – a 25% company match of up to 5% of your base salary.
30% employee discount at Shoppers Drug Mart.
Corporate discount at GoodLife Fitness, Workperks, and employee assistance program.
Unlimited referral rewards – up to $5000 per successful hire.