Diversified Rehabilitation Group

01/30/2026

NOW HIRING | MENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER (SUB-CONTRACTOR)

Lake Country, BC
15–35 hrs/week (including weekends)

Diversified Rehabilitation Group is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Practitioner to join our interdisciplinary team supporting adults in our Traumatic Stress Recovery and Anxiety & Depression Recovery programs.

What you’ll do:
• Facilitate group & individual psychoeducation
• Support mindfulness, coaching & daily functional activities
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary care team
• Grow into a long-term role within our organization

You’re a great fit if you:
• Have experience (or strong interest) in trauma, anxiety & depression
• Value learning, patience & long-term growth
• Are comfortable working on-site & virtually
• Have group facilitation or mindfulness/yoga experience (asset)

Requirements:
✔ BSW (RSW) or RPC-C
✔ First Aid, Food Safe, CRC
✔ Class 5 driver’s license
✔ Occupationally Aware First Responder Certificate (can be completed upon hire)
Send resume to hradmin@diversifiedrehab.ca
🌐 Learn more: PTSDrecovery.ca

Only qualified candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

01/22/2026

🐾 Meet Spirit 🐾

Back in September, at the NPF Gala, we placed a bid—and won something truly special. Meet Spirit, our newest family member 💚 Coming from an RCMP family, Spirit already carries a legacy of service, strength, and loyalty.

Spirit is now part of the Diversified family, and in time, he will support our Traumatic Stress Recovery Program, offering comfort, grounding, and a calm, steady presence to our clients on their healing journeys.

Welcome home, Spirit. You were always meant to be here. ❤️

01/21/2026

On Bell Let’s Talk Day, we stand together to support mental health awareness and open, honest conversations. Mental health affects us all - our families, our workplaces, and our communities. By listening without judgment and speaking with compassion, we help reduce stigma and create space for healing. Let’s keep the conversation going today and every day. 💙

01/14/2026

FREE Lunch & Learn – Disability Management 😊

Join us for a complimentary Disability Management Lunch & Learn designed for employers, HR professionals, and leaders.

📌 What you’ll learn:
• Disability Management programs & ROI
• The impact of Bill 11 on employers, employees & return to work
• How early intervention improves Return-to-Work success
• How to protect your organization with compliant HR & accommodation practices
• Practical tools you can implement immediately
Location: Curious Café
1423 Ellis Street, Kelowna
Date: February 4, 2026

🍴 Lunch is provided.
👉 To register, visit the Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/disability-management-program-lunch-learn-tickets-1977746731714?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

12/11/2025

The Mike Smyth Show - Breaking Barriers to Treatment.
In a powerful and deeply necessary conversation, retired Vancouver Firefighter Rod Salas joined the Mike Smyth Show to shine a spotlight on the barriers B.C. first responders face when trying to access treatment for post-traumatic stress injuries.

Rod’s open letter to the Minister of Labour is a courageous call for change - revealing the systemic gaps, delays, and struggles that no first responder should ever have to endure, especially after dedicating their lives to serving and protecting our communities.
He is joined by Derek Sienko, Chief Mental Health Officer at Diversified Rehabilitation Group, who brings critical insight into the realities of the current system, the significant challenges that remain, and the urgent need for timely pathways to proper care. Their discussion highlights a truth we cannot ignore:
both active and retired first responders are falling through the cracks, and meaningful action is long overdue.
This candid, eye-opening segment brings forward not just a conversation - but a call to advocacy.

👉 If you care about the well-being of those who stand on the front lines for us, this is a discussion you’ll want to hear.
It’s time for real change. It’s time to break the barriers.
https://ptsdrecovery.ca/mike-smyth-show-breaking-barriers-to-treatment/

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In this impactful segment, retired Vancouver firefighter Rod Salas shares his open letter to the Minister of Labour, shedding light on the barriers B.C. first responders encounter in seeking treatment for post-traumatic stress injuries. He’s joined by Derek Sienko, Chief Mental Health Officer at D...

12/01/2025

After nearly three decades of service with Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services, former Captain Rod Salas is still fighting a battle no firefighter should face alone. Five years after being diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress and Anxiety Disorders, Rod says the struggle continues - made even harder by the systemic barriers put in his way.

Despite his doctor recommending specialized trauma therapy, Rod was denied access and instead directed by WorkSafeBC into treatments he described as harmful and delaying his recovery.

“They denied me, and so I got a lawyer, and we appealed it… we are in year two now or three since my diagnosis.”

Rod has now written an open letter to B.C.’s Premier and the Ministry of Labour, calling for the removal of barriers to care and urging meaningful legislative change so no other first responder and retired firefighter has to endure the same fight.

First responders show up for us every day. It’s time the system shows up for them. Derek Sienko, Chief Mental Health Officer from Diversified Regabilitation Group calls for a change to remove barrires to appropriate treatment for first responders and retired first responders. They dedicated their lives to help us, it is time to be there for them now.

After nearly 3 decades with the Vancouver Fire and Rescue Service (VFRS), Rod Salas was diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress and Anxiety Disorders.

11/11/2025

Today, we pause to reflect.
We remember the bravery, the service, and the lives forever changed.

To our Veterans - thank you for your strength and your sacrifice.
We will not forget.

10/23/2025

Our new online PIVOT program created to help you reclaim Balance, Resilience & Wellbeing ❤️ It’s more than a program; it’s the step toward a renewed sense of balance and hope. 10 sessions with Registered Mental Health Clinician and 8 sessions with a Mental Health Coach. Learn more on our website: PTSDrecovery.ca

10/17/2025

Derek, Chief Mental Health Officer at Diversified Rehabilitation Group, had the honour of presenting on “Taking Care of Leaders” at the Badge of Life Canada Conference.
He spoke about the importance of supporting the mental health and resilience of those in leadership—an often overlooked but critical part of wellness in high-stress professions like those of our first responders.

What made the experience truly meaningful was meeting so many amazing people who are passionate about making a difference in the mental health space for first responders.

Thank you to Badge of Life for creating such an impactful event.

10/10/2025

Getting Better Together Workshop.

Yesterday, we had the opportunity to deliver the Getting Better Together Workshop - a meaningful event that aligned perfectly with World Mental Health Day.

In collaboration with the Lethbridge Police Service, Diversified Rehabilitation Group delivered this specialized workshop for spouses, family members, and first responders.

The session focused on developing healthy coping strategies, building resilience, and fostering open communication within families - key elements in supporting mental wellness for those who serve and their loved ones.

We are grateful to everyone who participated and contributed to these important conversations. Together, we are getting better.

10/10/2025

Getting Better Together Workshop.

Yesterday, we had the opportunity to deliver the Getting Better Together Workshop - a meaningful event that aligned perfectly with World Mental Health Day.

In collaboration with the Lethbridge Police Service, Diversified Rehabilitation Group delivered this specialized workshop for spouses, family members, and first responders.

The session focused on developing healthy coping strategies, building resilience, and fostering open communication within families - key elements in supporting mental wellness for those who serve and their loved ones.

We are grateful to everyone who participated and contributed to these important conversations. Together, we are getting better.

Spouses, family members and first responders from Lethbridge Police and Fire and Emergency Services took part in a special workshop designed to provide strat...

10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day 2025 - October 10 ❤️

Today is a reminder that mental health is just as important as physical health. It’s an opportunity to reflect, support one another, and continue breaking the stigma around mental health challenges.

This year’s theme, “Mental Health is a Universal Human Right,” emphasizes that everyone, everywhere, deserves access to mental health support—without judgment, barriers, or discrimination.

Whether you’re navigating stress, managing anxiety, caring for someone else, or simply trying to maintain balance in daily life—your experience is real, and you are not alone.

Ways to recognize Mental Health Day:
• Speak openly about mental health
• Take time to rest and recharge
• Check in with friends, family, or colleagues
• Learn more about mental health resources
• Reach out for help if you need it

Let’s continue working toward a world where mental health is understood, respected, and supported.