Job Code:27484
Status: Full Tine

Location: Kingston

Union: OPSEU 4104 Paramedical

Wage: $47.20-$54.81

Posting Period: September 24, 2026 - September 30, 2026

Developmental Opportunity*

The Occupational Therapist is a member of the interprofessional Dual Diagnosis Consultation Outreach Team (DDCOT) serving Southeast Ontario. The team provides assessment, consultation, and short-term treatment for people over the age of 16 with a dual diagnosis (an intellectual disability and a diagnosed or suspected mental illness including behavioural disorders). Utilizing a shared care model, the team works in collaboration with community partners and family physicians to reduce the impact of mental illness and improve the quality of life for adults with a dual diagnosis and their care providers. As a member of the team, the Occupational Therapist will utilize discipline specific knowledge, skills and abilities in order to enhance and develop resources and will provide to service to clients throughout South Eastern Ontario, based from the Kingston office.

Education And Experience

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, preferred

Current, unrestricted registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

Minimum of three years of experience in dual diagnosis/psychiatry or similar equivalent, preferred

Clinical experience working with individuals with a dual diagnosis, preferred

Experience working in a wide range of community settings including clients’ homes

Proven experience working with families and community agencies

Community development and experience preferred

Experience providing case management services

Position Duties & Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive assessment, consultation, and treatment for a clinical caseload, along with follow-up and discharge planning once other interventions are complete

Reviews and evaluates the treatment and ongoing care plan, in consultation with the client/caregiver/care provider





Provides occupational performance problem identification and occupation performance analysis to determine outcomes for OT intervention, recommending interventions such as remediation of impairments, developing strategies for adaptation, facilitating skill development, and strengthening individual’s resources, matching the individual’s strengths, values and activity. (e.g. functional, environmental, cognitive and physical assessments, evaluation of daily use of time)

Identifies strengths and skills of individuals in achieving occupational goals, engagement and community participation

Assists individuals to plan and structure social and leisure time activities on evenings, weekends and holidays through the use of natural supports and community resources

Identifies on a case by case basis, the educational needs of both caregivers/providers and provides the education in the most appropriate format

Why Work At Providence Care Hospital

Specialized sub-acute Care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care

A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research

Committed to people centred approach to care delivery

Competitive salaries with excellent full-time benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

State of the Art Building with on-site parking

On-site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options

Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for recent hires

Focus on Healthy Workplace& Culture of Quality

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities

Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions

Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails

Disclosure:
We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process.

Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.

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📌 Occupational Therapist, Full Time, Dual Diagnosis Consultation Outreach Team - Kingston (Ontario)
🏢 Providence Care
📍 Ontario