About this role
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 29st 2026 at midnight. Please note any job applications after the closing date will not be considered.
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