Occupational Therapist Outpatient Mental Health

Grow Your Career at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS)

At BCHS we are driven by a bold vision: To Lead Beyond Care. As a two-site community hospital system in Brantford and Paris Ontario we serve with purpose passion and a deep commitment to the people who rely on us.

• Brantford General Hospital Our acute care hospital offering a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services.
• The Willett in Paris Home to our urgent care centre and transitional care services supporting patients through every step of their healthcare journey.

With over 130 years of service BCHS is evolving with a renewed focus on excellence collaboration and innovation. Our strategic priorities center on Quality Care Connected Teams and a Healthy Future for our patients our people and our community. Our culture is shaped by our core values and pillars:

Core Values

Four Pillars

Be Bold and Courageous

Commit to Excellence

Champion Equity

Be Trustworthy

Patient-First

People-Centred

Partnership- Based

Progress- Focused

These values reflect who we are what we stand for and how we work together to have influence. Join us in shaping the future of healthcareright here at BCHS.

Why Choose BCHS

• Investing in You Access to a centralized Education Fund tuition support and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible Scheduling Within a standard work week
• Career Growth Internal job postings mentorship programs and leadership development.
• Predictable Work Locations Stability and consistency in your work environment.
• Collaborative Team Culture Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive interdisciplinary setting.
• Employee Wellness Matters Peer Support Team Wellness Committee Free confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
• Commitment to Safety Comprehensive safety programs for all
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Salaries and benefits designed to align with industry standards reinforcing our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. Excellent Pension Plan.
• Diversity & Inclusion We are actively working to diversify our teams and remove systemic barriers in hiring retention and advancement. We track and report on our progress because representation matters. We regularly review our benefits policies and programs through an equity lens to meet the needs of our diverse teams. Provide accommodations for religious practices and use trauma-informed policies that support mental wellbeing.
• Recognition & Rewards Employee appreciation programs and professional recognition opportunities and Corporate Committee
• Community Impact Make a real difference in patient care and public health every day.
• Choose Civility Where every interaction matters. Civility and respect shape our workplace as individuals treat one anotherand the communities we serve with dignity empathy and cultural awareness. We foster a culture of civility by raising awareness setting clear expectations and continually reviewing our policies and practices to ensure respect is at the core of everything we do.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager Department of Outpatient Mental Health and Addictions you will be responsible to provide quality Occupational Therapyservices congruent with the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO). The Occupational Therapist works as a member of the Early Psychosis Intervention interdisciplinary team in the engagement assessment treatment and transition planning to community supports for clients and their family. Practice will focus on the delivery of service in alignment with the Early Psychosis Intervention Ontario Network (EPION) standards and application of an anti-oppressive person-centred model of care and recovery orientated and harm reduction approaches for persons with emerging and persistent metal illnesses.

Primary Responsibilities

Safety (patient worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
• Registration in the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO) in good standing.

Core Competencies

• Demonstrated competency in providing services using an anti-oppressive approach as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent working knowledge of related provincial legislation including Health Care Consent Act Substitute Decisions Act Public Hospitals Act Community Treatment Orders
• Working knowledge of social supports including Ontario Works Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP).
• Strong assessment skills including the ability to take a comprehensive psychosocial history and mental status examination and cognitive assessments typically delivered
• Proven ability to manage competing demands and prioritize work in a time-sensitive environment.
• Proven ability to work in an empathic manner to engage hard to reach and marginalized populations
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Excellent written verbal and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attendance record
• Safety (patient worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions
• Reliable individual with excellent attendance record and able to work all shifts

Our Commitment to Equity Diversity and Inclusion

BCHS is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome people from all walks of life including people of all genders sexual orientations racial and ethnic backgrounds Indigenous identities abilities and lived experiences. Inclusion is part of how we deliver better care

We are dedicated to removing barriers and providing accommodations at every stage of the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations please inform us when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Ready to Make a Difference
If you are passionate about healthcare and looking for a supportive and dynamic work environment we would love to hear from you! Apply today and join BCHS in delivering exceptional care with compassion and integrity.