The Program Assistant provides direct and indirect client support, assists clinical staff in maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment, and contributes to the overall functioning of the care unit. Working as part of an interprofessional team, the Program Assistant participates in client monitoring, supports therapeutic activities, documents observations, assists with transfers, and helps maintain safety and quality standards.

The Program Assistant provides direct and indirect client support, assists clinical staff in maintaining a safe and therapeutic setting, and contributes to the overall functioning of the care unit. Working as part of an interprofessional team, the Program Assistant participates in client monitoring, supports therapeutic activities, documents observations, assists with transfers, and helps maintain safety and quality standards. Provide direct and indirect client support under the direction of clinical staff.

Participate in client assessments and support care interventions as assigned. Communicate behavioural observations, assessments, and client responses verbally and in writing. Accompany clients to medical clearances, appointments, and transfers as needed.

Support and facilitate client participation in individual and group activities. Assist with client transportation and collection/delivery of supplies. Document observations in clinical records and required documentation tools.

Contribute to maintaining safe, secure, and therapeutic environmental conditions. Promote and support a positive therapeutic milieu for clients. Participate in risk management, patient safety, and quality ‑ improvement activities.





Perform duties in accordance with safety legislation, policies, and professional standards.

Secondary

School diploma plus a Personal Care Worker Certificate OR enrollment in a health ‑ care related program. ~Experience assisting with or facilitating therapeutic groups or activities. Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in another language.

Salary Range: $23.64– $29.15 per hour CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital. CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment. CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges. Through its core values of Courage, Respect and Excellence, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan: Connected CAMH, to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change.

CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system – a world where Mental Health is Health. To learn more about CAMH, please visit their website at: .

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