Job Code:27484

Status : Full Tine

Location : Kingston

Union : OPSEU 4104 Paramedical

Wage : $47.20-$54.81

Posting Period : Posted Until Filled

*Developmental Opportunity*

The Occupational Therapist is a member of the interprofessional Dual Diagnosis Consultation Outreach Team (DDCOT) serving Southeastern 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
- Identif ies on a case by case basis , the educational needs of both caregivers / providers and provide s 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
- In office café and cafeteria with a variety of food options
- Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new 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.

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