POSITION TITLE

Occupational Therapist

SHIFT TYPE

Weekdays, Monday - Friday

DEPT/PROGRAM

Acute Assessment Program Level 2

JOB CLASS

Occupational Therapist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full time Permanent

RATE OF PAY

$51.21- $59.09 per hour

WORK SCHEDULE

37.5 hours per week

EMPLOYEE GROUP

OPSEU

POSTING TYPE

Existing Vacancy

Open

POSTING DATE

November 6th, 2026

HYBRID ELIGIBLE

No

OPEN POSITIONS

1

Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is a 321-bed academic and teaching hospital that provides specialized mental health, addiction and geriatric care. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, we serve some of the most complex and disadvantaged individuals in Ontario and are the sole provider of high-secure forensic mental health services in the province.

The Manager of the Acute Assessment Program Level 2 is currently seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist. The purpose of the position is to plan, implement, evaluate and monitor Occupational Therapy services for an assigned caseload of patients as a member of an interprofessional team at Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care and to provide training, educational and consultative services to staff, students, community and educational institutions.

For information about funding incentives for nurses, our enhanced employee referral program, housing, orientation and other employment-related information please follow this link to our employment web page. https://www.waypointcentre.ca/get-involved/join-our-team

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

- Assess the level of functional independence and occupational performance issues of patients through interviews, observations, and through the use of standardized/non-standardized assessments tools utilizing a best practice process.
- Collaborate with patients and their families to determine appropriate treatment goals and objectives, as well as contributing to collaborative treatment plans, utilizing Occupational Therapy best practice initiatives. Ensure positive engagement and collaboration with patients and their families with respect to the care and treatment offered through occupational therapy.
- Implement Occupational Therapy interventions on an individual basis and/or in group settings including modification and/or termination of treatment plans when appropriate.
- Document assessment results, evaluations, patient progress, clinical summaries, etc. according to College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)



and Waypoint standards and contributing to and collaborating within an interprofessional team to reach consensus decisions.
- Provide consultative and educational services including seminars and workshops for other disciplines within the hospital, community and educational institutions and providing supervision/training for Occupational Therapy students as required; engaging in regular professional development, self assessment and appraisal of practice. Attending professional and clinical Occupational Therapy events.
- Maintain Occupational Therapy equipment in safe working order and more specifically routinely check equipment, and facilitate repairs as required; encourage the team and patients to engage in safe practices.
- Provide recommendations to the Director regarding budget requirements and manage allotted budget within established guidelines and recommending acquisition of equipment and supplies.
- Assist in continuous quality improvement and evaluation of the interprofessional team; and participating in continuous development of Occupational Therapy services. services/partnerships by recommending changes to meet determined needs, attending to management information system requirements; participating in the development of unit programs, policies and taking a leadership role in evaluating, researching, planning and implementing clinical Occupational Therapy services for individuals with mental health issues.
- Assist in research and collection, analysis and preparation of pertinent data for periodic and regular reports and where permitted formulating, collecting and analyzing clinical research data.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

- Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario in good standing is required
- Preference will be given to candidates with a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
- Recent experience working within a mental health facility, or community services, including familiarity with the trauma-informed care and recovery philosophy is preferred.
- Experience developing and leading therapeutic groups and providing individual therapies using CBT or DBT is preferred.
- Knowledge of Occupational Therapy theory,



best practices, principles and treatment techniques for patients with serious mental illness to assess patient’s needs;
- Understanding of essential competencies of Occupational Therapy practice by practicing within scope of professional abilities while protecting patient rights and acts and adhering to the professional and facility Code of Ethics and acting with professional integrity.
- Knowledge of hospital policies and procedures, relevant legislation, i.e. Mental Health Act, Substitute Decisions Act, Criminal Code of Canada, Personal Health Information Protection Act, Regulated Health Professions Act, Health care Consent Act and knowledge of the practice standards relevant to Occupational Therapy.
- Knowledge of principles of Adult Learning in order to provide effective skill development/ deficit reduction for adult patients with a serious mental illness.
- Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
- Demonstrated leadership, conflict resolution, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Proven written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to adapt readily to change and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
- Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation)
- Preference for proficiency in French/English language skills.

WHAT WE OFFER:

- A comprehensive and generous benefit plan including dental coverage, paid vacation and holidays, sick days and extended health benefits
- Participation in the Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Relocation support program for eligible staff
- Participation in the employee referral program
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities
- Access to Waypoint’s Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Nurses may be eligible to participate in the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN), or the Tuition Support Program (TSPN)

HOW DO I APPLY? Waypoint employees apply through the Employee Self-Service portal at https://employees.waypointcentre.ca and external applicants apply to Join our Team, Career Opportunities | Waypointby close of business (4:00 pm)on November 16th, 2026 quoting Job ID WC26-320. Attach your cover letter and resume detailing why you are interested in this opportunity and how you meet the qualifications and key accountabilities specified.

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