Posted 5 months ago
Occupational Therapist
@ The Calgary John Howard Society
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
The Calgary John Howard Society is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist for its Employment Hub, an outreach program supporting adults in or leaving the criminal justice system. The role applies occupational therapy to mental health, addictions, physical health and daily living, and helps clients move into employment. Applications are accepted until a suitable candidate is found, and a criminal record is not disqualifying.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct health assessments covering cognition, addictions, physical health and daily living
- Develop and implement client-centered intervention plans
- Refer and liaise with healthcare providers and community resources
- Support clients in gaining and keeping employment
- Facilitate group sessions to build workforce readiness
Requirements summary:
- Occupational therapy degree and Alberta College of Occupational Therapists registration
- Experience with marginalized populations, mental health and addictions
- Knowledge of community resources and healthcare systems
- Excellent communication, assessment and documentation skills
- Brain Story Certification (asset)
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Alberta College of Occupational Therapists registration |
| Encouraged to apply | Fair chance (criminal record considered) |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Occupational Therapy |
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The Calgary John Howard Society
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Reducing crime and making Calgary communities safer by helping youth and adults make positive changes.
Full company description
The Calgary John Howard Society (CJHS) reduces crime and makes Calgary communities safer by helping criminally involved youth and adults make positive changes. We do this by providing housing, education, employment and support programs that provide alternatives to breaking the law.
- LinkedIn followers
- 1,337
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 107
- Reported office locations
- 4502 Builders Rd SE, 1000, Calgary, Alberta T2G 4C6, CA
- Business categories
- Communities
- Non Profit
- Charity
- Social Assistance
- Other recorded names
- The Calgary John Howard Society
- Calgary John Howard Society
- Specialties
- Restorative Justice
- Natural Supports
- Harm Reduction
- Criminal Records
- Criminal Involvement
- Youth
- Adults
- Crime Prevention
- and Trauma-Informed Care
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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The Calgary John Howard Society (CJHS) reduces crime and makes Calgary communities safer by helping criminally involved youth and adults make positive changes. We do this by providing housing, education, employment and support programs that provide alternatives to breaking the law.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1989 |
| Specialties | Restorative JusticeNatural SupportsHarm ReductionCriminal RecordsCriminal InvolvementYouthAdultsCrime Preventionand Trauma-Informed Care |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 13 |
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The Agency
The Calgary John Howard Society (CJHS) is a charity that reduces crime and makes Calgary communities safer by helping youth and adults make positive changes and move away from criminal behaviour. We do this by addressing the root causes of crime through housing, education, employment programs and support so that individuals have alternatives to breaking the law. CJHS is committed to restorative justice and an organizational environment that recognizes the dignity and worth of each person. CJHS values diversity and inclusion and welcomes qualified applicants from all walks of life.
The Program
The Employment Hub is a dynamic, trauma-informed, and client-centered program designed to support adults who are currently involved in, or have had previous involvement with, the criminal justice system. Recognizing the complex barriers faced by this population, the Hub offers a comprehensive range of employment-focused services that promote personal growth, economic independence, and long-term community reintegration.
The Position
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our Employment Hub Program. This outreach-based role works closely with the team to support clients transitioning from correctional settings into the community and into successful employment. The successful candidate will apply occupational therapy models to address client needs related to mental health, addictions, physical health, and daily living.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments (cognition, addictions, physical health, daily living).
- Develop and implement client-centered intervention plans.
- Facilitate referrals and liaise with healthcare providers and community resources.
- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to program development and evaluation.
- Support clients in gaining and maintaining employment.
- Facilitate group sessions to increase client ability to enter the workforce.
Qualifications
- Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists.
- Experience working with marginalized populations, including those with mental health and addiction challenges.
- Strong understanding of community resources and healthcare systems.
- Excellent communication, assessment, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
- Brain Story Certification considered an asset.
Your past does not define your future. A criminal record will not disqualify you from employment with us; we evaluate each application individually.
Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
https://calgaryjohnhoward.bamboohr.com/careers/283?source=aWQ9MTI%3D
The Calgary John Howard Society thanks all applicants; however, only those
considered for an interview will be contacted.
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