Occupational Therapist, Forensic Outreach - 1 position
Forensic Outreach
Southwest Centre for Forensic Mental Health Care - St. Thomas, ON
Full Time
Salary Range: $40.36 - $56.30 /hour
The Forensic Psychiatry Program has adopted the Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery Model as its overarching philosophical framework. This philosophy is built on a set of principles and values that emphasize client and family involvement in decision making, client choice, the provision of a range of services to meet treatment, rehabilitation and support needs, and a commitment from mental health service professionals to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients based on their stated preferences, wishes, desires and life plans. As part of the forensic system, this must also be accomplished within the parameters defined by the Ontario Review Board within each patient's Disposition order. The Forensic Psychiatry Program is also highly invested in both education and research and has various connections with the University of Western Ontario.
Reporting to the forensic program manager, this individual will work with the Southwest Centre for Forensic Mental Health Care (SWC) and St. Leonard's Community Services London (SCSL) to provide occupational therapy services within the community-based programs. This OT will support Clarke Centre, the Forensic Supported Housing Program as well as other community housing programs that support the successful reintegration of forensic patients into the community. Key partnerships will be with the SWC inpatient and outreach teams, forensic transitional case manager and the SCSL clinical team.
Essential Qualifications
Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA
Ability and commitment to act as a supervisor under OHSA
Demonstrated knowledge of major mental illness from a biopsychosocial perspective
Knowledge, skills, and recent experience providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of individuals with serious mental illness
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in applying the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation and the practices of case management
Knowledge of psychotropic medications, symptom management, and community resources
Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation
Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
Excellent organizational, time management, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Must be capable of establishing positive interpersonal relationships and able to work as an effective team member
Demonstrated experience using a patient-centered approach
Self-directed, self-motivated to accomplish specified outcomes
Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practice
Knowledge of and ability to mobilize community resources
Experience in the development of teaching materials and the teaching of clients, family, and caregivers
Working knowledge and experience with theories and principles of guiding adult learning and patient self-management approaches
Proven flexibility and a high level of initiative
Familiarity with outcome measurement related to clinical practice
Flexibility in adapting to varying caseload needs
Knowledge of computer systems (e.g. workload measurement, Cerner, Microsoft Office)
Valid Ontario Driver's license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle as extensive travel may be required throughout Southwestern Ontario
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in French would be an asset.
Assistive Devices Program (ADP) Authorizer
Minimum of 2 years full time related experience as an Occupational Therapist
Experience in both hospital and community service delivery
Demonstrated interest and/or experience in research communication and program evaluation
Demonstrated ability to work with and direct support personnel
Teaching and Research
St. Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St. Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties
Immunization Requirements
Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing
Posting date:
July 16, 2025
Submission deadline:
July 22, 2025
Michelle Robertson, Human Resources
Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated.
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