Community Clinician- Ot - Penetanguishene, Canada - Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care

Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care
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POSITION TITLERegistered Occupational TherapistSHIFT TYPEMonday

  • Friday (Days)DEPT/PROGRAMOutpatient Services
  • Outpatients Assessment and Treatment ServicesJOB CLASSOccupational TherapistEMPLOYMENT TYPEFull TimeRATE OF PAY$43.55$49.38 per hourWORK SCHEDULE75.00 hours biweekly as per scheduleEMPLOYEE GROUPOPSEUPOSTING TYPEOpenPOSTING DATEAugust 31, 2023HYBRID ELIGIBLEYesNUMBER1The Manager of Outpatient Services
  • Outpatients Assessment and Treatment Services is currently seeking a Registered Occupational Therapist. The purpose of the position is to plan, implement, evaluate and monitor Occupational Therapy (OT) services for an assigned caseload of clients living in a community setting and/or preparing to live in a community setting, as a member of an interprofessional team at Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care

Please Note:
This position offers a hybrid work environment consisting of in-office and remote work. Office location is 287 Bayshore Drive in Midland, ON.


KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:


  • Assessing the level of functional independence and occupational performance issues of clients through interviews, observations, and the use of standardized/nonstandardized assessments tools utilizing a best practice process.
  • Work collaboratively with the client, multidisciplinary team and community partners to develop, implement and evaluate the client's recovery plan of care. Communicate with stakeholders regarding client's progress and any specific concerns related to wellness.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate therapeutic treatment strategies and crisis management strategies with clients, families, other service providers Documenting assessment results, evaluations, client progress, clinical summaries, etc. according to the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO) and Waypoint standards, and contributing to and collaborating within an interprofessional team to reach consensus decisions.
  • Liaise with community agencies/facilities to meet the needs of the population being served, provide information and promote and advocate for community based programs and services. Provide health teaching and knowledge translation as appropriate.
  • Develop, implement, facilitate and evaluate different treatment modalities i.e. group and individual therapies for example, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and other evidenced based therapies as appropriate. Participate in data collection, research and program evaluation projects; participation on committees

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario in good standing
  • Recent mental health experience, with preference for community experience in a mental health facility or service, including familiarity with the recovery philosophy, and trauma informed care
  • Experience developing and leading therapeutic groups and providing individual therapies such as CBT and DBT
  • Advanced knowledge of and experience with the theories and best practices of your regulated profession (related to mental health illness/addiction)
  • Proven experience with evidence based assessment, treatment, interventions and best practices
  • Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
  • Demonstrated leadership, analytical thinking, conflict resolution, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Proven written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to adapt readily to change
  • Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation), and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
  • Preference for proficiency in French/English language skills
  • You must meet the requirements of our COVID19 Immunization Policy by providing proof of full vaccination, or a request and receipt of an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including a medical exemption
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