Department
Government of Yukon -> Health & Social Services - Therapies - Home Care
Location
Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)
Job Type
Permanent
End Date
Full/Part Time
Full-time
Standard Hours Bi-weekly
75
Classification
ST15
Salary
$89,704.00 - $104,043.00
Union
YEU
Days Off
Saturday/Sunday
Travel
10%
Admissibility
Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry
This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government's goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference.Job Summary and Requirements
This is a until-filled competition. Candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application as this posting can close at any time after 10 business days with 24-hour posted notice. Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled or the competition closes, whichever is earliest.This postingThis posting is for one (1) full-time permanent position and one (1) full-time term until October 1, 2027, all working 75 hours biweekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill future vacancies including anticipatory permanent full-time, part-time, term, AOC and casual vacancies, for both Home Care & Long-Term Care.
This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon
This opportunity We are looking for dynamic individuals to provide clinical care services for residents/clients with physical, cognitive, social and/or emotional impairments. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing direct care and consultations to enhance, maintain, improve, or restore the ability to participate in meaningful self-care, leisure, and productive activities. The Occupational Therapist plans, directs, delivers, and evaluates services through direct assessment, interventions, consultations, and assignment of task components to Rehabilitation Assistants. This position also involves providing training to Continuing Care staff.
- For more information on Long-Term Care please contact Chan Kim, Manager, Therapeutic and Behavioural Care Services at [redacted] or
- For more information on Home Care, please contact Kristina Mader, Manager, Home Care at [redacted] or
- For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Pat Labuguen, HR Consultant at [redacted] or
Your benefitsIn addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.
- Government of Yukon's many benefits
Important application and job requirementsEssential qualifications Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions.
- Current registration or eligible for registration with a Canadian Occupational Therapy regulatory body
- Experience as an Occupational Therapist providing assessments and treatments in a community environment and/or a long-term care setting is an asset
- Experience supervising support staff is an asset
It may be helpful for you to review "Prepare your resume and cover letter".
Desired knowledge, skills and suitabilityIf selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:
- Strong assessment skills
- Ability to develop, implement and evaluate individual and group programs
- Excellent interpersonal, conflict management and communication skills
- Ability to supervise, and provide leadership for, support staff
- Ability to work independently and within a team setting
- Strong organizational and time management skills to manage a diverse caseload
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment with an emphasis on Yukon First Nations culture
It may be helpful for you to review "The job interview process".
Conditions of employment You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.
Current registration with a Canadian Occupational Therapy regulatory body; valid Class 5 driver's license; WHMIS 2015; RCMP security clearance with Vulnerable Sector; CPR level C with AED, and TB screening
Job requirementsThis job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:
- Travel within the territory, exposure to animals in the home, second hand smoke, latex products, plants and flowers
Learn more- For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.caor phone 867-667-9453.
Eligibility List
12 months
Post Date
06 November 2026
Close Date
05 February 2027
Job Description
Occupational Therapy
