At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with first episode psychosis through individual and group therapy sessions.
- Company: Join St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton's innovative Cleghorn Program.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in a supportive, community-focused environment.
- Other info: Collaborate with a dynamic interprofessional team for impactful mental health care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of youth and families facing mental health challenges.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy and registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Mental health Occupational Therapist supporting young people with first episode psychosis in Hamilton's community-based Cleghorn Program.
Use occupational therapy expertise within an interprofessional team.
This full-time, four-month temporary position serves clients at West 5th Campus.
The Occupational Therapist assesses occupational performance, plans client-centered services, and supports meaningful activity and daily living goals.
Individual and group sessions guide recovery-oriented care for youth and families.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess physical, emotional, social, and cognitive capacity
- Plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate occupational therapy services
- Support meaningful activity and activities of daily living
- Conduct individual and group sessions with clients
- Collaborate with Cleghorn, healthcare, and community partners
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy
- Good-standing registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- At least one year of recent related clinical experience
- Experience with schizophrenia, psychotic disorders, youth, and families
- Community-based mental health interdisciplinary team experience
Apply occupational therapy, recovery, and interprofessional collaboration skills supporting psychosis care through St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton's Cleghorn Program.
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