The Case Worker in Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) reports to the Clinical Manager of OSP. The successful candidate will be part of a team responsible for the coordination of OSP including: triaging of all referrals received to OSP; communication with referral sources to ensure complete and appropriate information is received; presentation of complete referrals to intake clinician responsible for acceptance to the program.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

Ability to make support referrals

Triaging referrals received by Ontario Shores

Facilitate admission to Ontario Shores for Ontario Structured Psychotherapy

Facilitate referrals for community support/intervention.

Reflecting in depth knowledge of community resources within the OSP Catchment area

Communication with referral sources to ensure complete and appropriate information is received

Provide information and system navigation to individuals, families and other care providers.

Responsible to recognize and report patient, staff, and environment safety issues, identify and implement preventative and corrective actions, within the scope of this role.

Implements and models the Recovery philosophy in all aspects of care as a Recovery champion

Variable hours may be required, due to patient demands

Qualifications

Registration as a Healthcare Provider, Undergraduate Degree, or possession of a current certificate of competence as a Registered Practical Nurse if applicable.

Current CPR-HCP is required.





Current driver's license

Ability to perform the physical demands of the position.

Knowledge

Sound knowledge of community resources in mental health and addiction.

Demonstrated advanced knowledge of psychotropic medication.

Thorough knowledge and ability to administer mental status examinations, psychosocial and crisis assessments.

Demonstrated knowledge of the College Standards of Practice and commitment to maintaining reflective practice standards as described by the College.

Demonstrated knowledge of Mental Health, and relevant policies and legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and PHIPA is required.

Skills

Ability to work effectively individually as well as part of an interprofessional team.

Strong cooperative skills in working with community partners and health care providers

Excellent interpersonal and effective oral/written communication skills including demonstrated excellent documentation practices.

The ability to work with clients of diverse ethno racial and cultural backgrounds and proficiency in a second language would be considered an asset.

Years Of Experience

3-5 years psychiatric experience in a mental health facility or service.

Link to OPSEU Wage Table - This is part of the OPSEU bargaining unit.

Job Posting Closing
August 29st 2026 at midnight. Please note any job applications after the closing date will not be considered.

Number of Vacancy
1

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📌 (PERMANENT FULL-TIME) CASE WORKER - Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP)
🏢 Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences
📍 Ontario