Position Information
Posting Number:
ROM26-137E
Title:
Occupational Therapist (TFT 1.0 FTE)
Position Status:
Temporary Full-time
Contract End Date:
02/23/2027
Unit:
Rehabilitation Inpatient Unit
Department:
Forensic Psychiatry
Site:
Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre
Level of Police Check:
Vulnerable Sector Check
About The Royal
As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres,The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.
Duties:
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Provide vocational assessment and rehabilitation planning.
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Provide individual occupational therapy assessment and individual or group treatment to referred adult clients.
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Contribute to the interdisciplinary treatment planning.
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Develop individual and group treatment plans to be implemented by Occupational Therapy Assistants.
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Attend clinical and program meetings as required.
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Liaise with appropriate community agencies as required.
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Provide supervision to students and Occupational Therapy Assistants.
- Contribute to furthering of the goals of the Occupational Therapy profession including attending monthly meetings.
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Enter workload measurement data according to hospital policies.
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Adhere to hospital policies and procedures, to the Forensics program and to the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- Must be willing to discuss performance of other duties as requested by program/discipline/hospital.
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Work in a manner that is in compliance with staff and patient/client safety practices, policies and procedures of The Royal.
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Ensure a work environment that is conducive to The Royal’s Anti-Racism, Discrimination and Harassment-Free Workplace policy.
Qualifications:
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Master of Science program in Occupational Therapy (MSc (OT)) or equivalent according to the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario standards.
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Minimum of 3 years Occupational Therapy experience, preferably with adults with severe mental illness.
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Minimum of 1-year experience in Forensic Psychiatry is preferred.
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Member of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario mandatory.
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Membership in CAOT and OSOT preferred.
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Experience with developing and leading psycho-educational and therapeutic groups is essential.
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Experience with recovery-based programs for the seriously mentally ill is essential.
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Experience in motivational interviewing is an asset.
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Experience in vocational assessment, treatment and rehabilitation planning.
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Experience or interest in practicing the controlled act of psychotherapy upon acquiring the qualifications, training and supervision according to the hospital policy and COTO standards of practice.
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Knowledge of forensic process and need an asset.
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Understanding and knowledge of legislation related to mentally disordered offenders, i.e. Criminal Code of Canada (Mental Disorder Provisions), Provincial Mental Health Act.
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Excellent communication skills, organizational ability, critical thinking and goal setting skills.
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Knowledge of community resources.
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Experience providing supervision to students and Occupational Therapy Assistants preferred.
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Knowledge of applicable legislated acts (i.e. MHA, The Health Care Consent Act).
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Ability to work independently.
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Sound clinical judgment.
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Experience in community consultation is an asset.
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Ability to work in a team; establish and maintain good working relations.
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Maintain workload measurement as required and input into the workload measurement system on a regular basis.
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English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading and writing. Bilingual (English/French) is considered an asset.
REWARDS AND BENEFITS:
At The Royal, we are committed to supporting your health, well-being, and financial security at every stage of your career through a comprehensive total rewards package that may include:
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HOOPP, one of Canada's leading defined benefit pension plans, helping you build long-term financial security with a predictable lifetime retirement income and valuable employer contributions.
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Competitive health and dental benefits through Medavie Blue Cross (MBC), supporting you and your family's health and wellness needs;
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Life insurance and disability coverage through Manulife, including short-term and long-term disability benefits where applicable, providing added peace of mind;
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Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) through Telus Health, offering confidential counselling, wellness resources, and support services for you and your eligible family members (excluded casual staff).
Together, these benefits reflect our commitment to helping you thrive personally and professionally—today, tomorrow, and throughout your career at The Royal.
Salary Range:
40.36 to 56.30 per hour
Additional Information
- All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications.
- The Royal sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
- All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.
- The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group is committed to equity and inclusion in the workplace. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that a diverse workforce enhances the quality of care and organizational strength. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. Upon request, accommodations due to disability are available throughout the recruitment process.
