Apply occupational therapy expertise in acute psychiatry at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton's West 5th Campus. Deliver client-centered care on weekdays, daytime hours.

This temporary, full-time Occupational Therapist position supports Acute Psychiatry Units M1 and R1 for adults with severe, persistent mental illness. The 17-month assignment involves assessing physical, emotional, social, and cognitive performance, then planning interventions that enable everyday participation. You will facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducation groups, collaborate with inter-professional colleagues, and contribute to teaching and research connected with McMaster University and Mohawk College.

Key Responsibilities:

- Plan, implement, and evaluate client-centered occupational therapy services
- Assess occupational performance, demands, capacity, and environmental factors




- Develop and evaluate therapeutic activity and psychoeducation groups
- Collaborate effectively across interdisciplinary acute psychiatry teams
- Support teaching and research activities when appropriate

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy; master's degree preferred
- Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- Recent mental health or concurrent disorders experience preferred
- Group facilitation experience and robust communication skills
- Knowledge of CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing

Use occupational therapy, group facilitation, and acute mental health expertise to support recovery at West 5th Campus.

📌 Acute Psychiatry Occupational Therapist (Canada)
🏢 St. Joseph
📍 Canada