Occupational Therapist I
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- Allied Health
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- COV00055318 Requisition #
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- 14 hours ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
We’re hiring for our casual pool! We are looking for dependable team members with flexible availability and the ability to respond to short notice shifts. Youville Home is a compassionate continuing care community offering a broad spectrum of services to support its residents, including an on-site nurse practitioner, occupational, physio, and recreation therapy, palliative care, and spiritual support. Our facility also features a chapel, open daily for quiet reflection, and hosts regular services. Located just minutes northwest of Edmonton, St. Albert is renowned for its exceptional quality of life, including top-tier safety, education, and access to amenities. Families are drawn to its excellent schools, while outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the city’s scenic natural landscapes, including parks, trails, and the Sturgeon River. St. Albert offers abundant opportunities for hiking, biking, and kayaking. The city’s vibrant community spirit is evident through diverse events, festivals, and year-round recreational activities, fostering a strong sense of belonging. Covenant Health is deeply embedded in Alberta’s integrated health system. With a legacy spanning over 150 years, we deliver high-quality, innovative services across 19 sites in 13 communities. As one of Canada’s largest Catholic health organizations, Covenant Health is committed to excellence, recognized as one of Alberta’s Top 85 Employers for 2026, and named among the World’s Most Ethical Companies for nine consecutive years.
Description:
Description: The Occupational Therapist I (OT) services are primarily clinical in nature and require expertise in the functional assessment and treatment, client centred case management and discharge planning. Areas of treatment include but are not limited to: orthopedics, acute, stroke, post-op hands, lower extremity clinic, splinting, mental health, cognitive assessments. The position also involves consultations and collaboration with hospital staff and community agencies, and working closely with an interdisciplinary team including supervision of therapist assistant staff in the delivery of hospital based rehabilitation. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the HSAA Paramedical Professional/Technical Collective Agreement.
- Classification: Occupational Therapist I
- Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
- Unit and Program: Occupational Therapy YH
- Primary Location: Youville Home
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 23-FEB-2026
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 02-MAR-2026
- Hours per Shift: Varies
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Varies
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $41.27
- Maximum Salary: $54.95
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications: Graduate of an Occupational Therapy program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT) required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.
Additional Required Qualifications:Excellent time management and organizational skills. Strong communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:Experience working with older adults in seniors’ health, home care, long-term care, or with medically complex clients is preferred. Familiarity with MDS, RAI, or electronic health record systems (e.g., Connect Care) is considered an asset. Previous work as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.
Hiring Requirements
Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.
Be the Difference
Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.