Responsible for providing Occupational Therapy services to adolescent and adult patients in Mental Health. Conducts assessments and treatments for patients; collaborates with other team members to facilitate 2 - 3 therapeutic group sessions daily. Collaborates with patients, families and team members to coordinate patient care. In support of Sunnybrook's full affiliation with the University of Toronto, participates in teaching occupational therapy students on an ongoing basis including acting as a preceptor for fieldwork placements; supervision of one or two student placements annually is expected.
Qualifications/Skills
Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario required
Membership in CAOT or OSOT
Experience working with patients with severe and persistent Mental Illness
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification
CBT and DBT training preferred
Ability to work to full scope, including physical and cognitive assessment, and addressing functional mobility
Experience in integrated care, working with system partners in transition planning and demonstrate understanding of community resources to support community living
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interprofessional team
Basic knowledge of psychotropic medications and impact on functioning
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to assist in research, program evaluation and support unit initiatives
Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills
Demonstrated problem-solving skills
Strong skills in time-management and organization, professionalism and conflict resolution
Commitment to clinical excellence and use of Best Practices
Demonstrated commitment to Person-Centred Care approach and principles
* Ability to demonstrate reflective practice
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