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Occupational Therapist I

@ Recovery Alberta

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Calgary, Alberta

2+ years experience
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Overview

Recovery Alberta is hiring an Occupational Therapist I for a temporary part-time (0.80 FTE) position in its Addiction and Mental Health Supportive Housing program at the Sheldon M Chumir Health Centre in Calgary. The role involves adult mental health occupational therapy, functional assessments and recovery-focused care, on a days rotation of 7.75-hour shifts. Pay is $42.51 to $56.60 per hour, with a temporary end date of December 31, 2027.

Responsibilities:

  • Assess clients' occupational therapy functional needs
  • Provide recovery-focused mental health care in supportive housing
  • Complete psychosocial assessments and treatment planning
  • Provide crisis intervention
  • Partner with non-profit and community agencies

Requirements summary:

  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and ACOT registration
  • 2-3 years adult mental health clinical experience within past 5 years
  • Alberta Aid to Daily Living authorization
  • Valid driver's licence and vehicle required
  • Knowledge of mental health legislation and Calgary Zone services

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Employer posting date
2026-10-16
First seen by our source
2026-10-18
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentAllied health
Experience2+ years
Hours per week31
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingClient sites, Hospital or clinic, Office
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsAlberta Aid to Daily Living authorization
Driver’s licencerequired, own vehicle
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyOccupational Therapy

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Recovery Alberta

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Recovery Alberta provides mental health & addiction and correctional health services for all Albertans.

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Recovery Alberta provides comprehensive recovery-oriented mental health & addiction services, as well as correctional health services. Page not monitored 24/7. Call 211 to reach 24/7 confidential mental health and addiction helplines. Dial 911 in case of emergency.

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Recovery Alberta provides comprehensive recovery-oriented mental health & addiction services, as well as correctional health services. Page not monitored 24/7. Call 211 to reach 24/7 confidential mental health and addiction helplines. Dial 911 in case of emergency.

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IndustryMental Health Care
Company size5,001-10,000 employees
Organization typeGovernment Agency
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  • Classification:
    • Occupational Therapist I
  • Union:
    • HSAA Prof/Tech
  • Unit and Program:
    • Addiction and Mental Health Supportive Housing
  • Primary Location:
    • Sheldon M Chumir Health Centre
  • Location Details:
    • As Per Location
  • Multi-Site:
    • Not Applicable
  • FTE:
    •  0.80
  • Posting End Date:
    • 26-OCT-2026
  • Temporary Employee Class:
    • Temp P/T Benefits
  • Date Available:
    • 05-NOV-2026
  • Temporary End Date:
    • 31-DEC-2027
  • Hours per Shift:
    • 7.75
  • Length of Shift in weeks:
    • 4
  • Shifts per cycle:
    • 16
  • Shift Pattern:
    • Days
  • Days Off:
    • As Per Rotation
  • Minimum Salary:
    •  $42.51
  • Maximum Salary:
    •  $56.60
  • Vehicle Requirement:
    • Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Required Qualifications:

Completion of bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university program. Registered with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT).

Additional Required Qualifications:

2-3 years adult mental health clinical experience within the past 5 years. Experience working with individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. Knowledge of the Continuum of Care of Addiction and Mental Health services in the Calgary Zone. Knowledge of Mental Health Legislation, especially related to CTOs. Knowledge of and ability to provide Mental Health Recovery Focused Care. Experience in completing Occupational Therapy Functional Assessments. Alberta Aid to Daily Living (AADL) authorization. Experience in conducting psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and crisis intervention. Experience working in partnership with non-AHS and non-profit community agencies. Knowledge of Housing Resources in Calgary Zone. Self-motivated with proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrated responsible decision-making through the application of knowledge, critical thinking and sound legal and ethical judgment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in demanding and dynamic conditions. Excellent organizational, problem-solving and time management skills. Knowledge and adherence to RA policies, procedures and code of conduct. Experience with MS Office Suite, Outlook, Connect Care and Netcare.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in an outreach position and comfort providing client care in the community. Group therapy experience.

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