(PERMANENT FULL-TIME) CASE WORKER - Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Case Worker in Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) reports to the Clinical Manager of OSP. The successful candidate will be part of a team responsible for the coordination of OSP including: triaging of all referrals received to OSP; communication with referral sources to ensure complete and appropriate information is received; presentation of complete referrals to intake clinician responsible for acceptance to the program.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to make support referrals


• Triaging referrals received by Ontario Shores


• Facilitate admission to Ontario Shores for Ontario Structured Psychotherapy


• Facilitate referrals for community support/intervention.


• Reflecting in depth knowledge of community resources within the OSP Catchment area


• Communication with referral sources to ensure complete and appropriate information is received


• Provide information and system navigation to individuals, families and other care providers.


• Responsible to recognize and report patient, staff, and environment safety issues, identify and implement preventative and corrective actions, within the scope of this role.


• Implements and models the Recovery philosophy in all aspects of care as a Recovery champion


• Variable hours may be required, due to patient demands

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registration as a Healthcare Provider, Undergraduate Degree, or possession of a current certificate of competence as a Registered Practical Nurse if applicable.


• Current CPR-HCP is required.


• Current driver’s license


• Ability to perform the physical demands of the position.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Sound knowledge of community resources in mental health and addiction.


• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of psychotropic medication.


• Thorough knowledge and ability to administer mental status examinations, psychosocial and crisis assessments.


• Demonstrated knowledge of the College Standards of Practice and commitment to maintaining reflective practice standards as described by the College.


• Demonstrated knowledge of Mental Health, and relevant policies and legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and PHIPA is required.

SKILLS:

• Ability to work effectively individually as well as part of an interprofessional team.

• Strong collaborative skills in working with community partners and health care providers

• Excellent interpersonal and effective oral/written communication skills including demonstrated excellent documentation practices.


• The ability to work with clients of diverse ethno racial and cultural backgrounds and proficiency in a second language would be considered an asset.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years psychiatric experience in a mental health facility or service.

 Link to OPSEU Wage Table - This is part of the OPSEU bargaining unit. 

Job Posting Closing: August 29S5  2026 at midnight. Please note any job applications after the closing date will not be considered.

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