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Occupational Therapist - Temporary Full-Time (Occupational Therapy)

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

Posting #: 33783

Department: Seniors Mental Health - Occupational Therapy

Employee Type: Temporary, Full Time

If Temporary, Number of Weeks: 52

Reason for Posting: Work Days: Monday to Friday

Shift: 7.5 hour

Shift Start: This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Closing Date: 17/03/2026 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Reporting to the Manager, Seniors Mental Health Behavioural Unit, the Occupational Therapist will work within the Seniors Mental Health inpatient program at our West 5th Campus. T. will collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to assess individual needs and to plan, implement and evaluate comprehensive programs for seniors with a diagnosed mental illness such as a mood disorder or late onset psychosis with age related issues, which complicates recovery. The Program optimizes a variety of proven treatment strategies (pharmacotherapy, group therapies, psychoeducation) with the aim of controlling the symptoms, as well as supporting the recovery and rehabilitation of the older adult. T. in the Mental Health & Addictions Program (MHAP) is committed to the alleviation of stigma and discrimination related to mental health and addictions, as well as reduction of the use of seclusion and restraints in all our services.

Baccalaureate or Clinical Masters in Occupational Therapy

Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)

Ability to implement a broad range of current Occupational Therapy theory, practices, treatment techniques and best practice strategies in Seniors mental health populations

Ability to exercise independent judgement and responsibility and to work under minimal supervision

Ability to plan and coordinate multiple Occupational Therapy services and other resources for clients

Certification in the Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) for Dementia Care an asset

Long Term Care Homes, acute care, community-based services etc.)

Ability to establish effective linkages and alliances with local and regional community services, caregivers, the client and family

Participates in clinical and administrative team meetings, special projects, continuous quality improvement activities and program development, as required

Ability to provide clinical supervision and direction to assigned support staff and students

Assessing performance components and environmental barriers

Occasional coverage for Seniors Mental Health Behavioural Unit

Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people.

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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