Community Clinician
Toronto, ON, Canada
Contracted
Integrated Psychogeriatric Outreach Program (IPOP)
Experienced
DATE: April 30th, 2024
LOCATION: Toronto, ON – Integrated Psychogeriatric Outreach Program (IPOP)
COMPENSATION: $79,230 - $93,039 Annually Prorated
CONTRACT DURATION: 15 Months
LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complicated issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving approximately 19,633 annually and providing 1,861 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.
To help fulfill its mission, LOFT is hiring a Community Clinician – Occupational Therapist.Job Summary
The Community Clinician – Occupational Therapist is part of an interdisciplinary team that provides consultation, direct care, capacity enhancement and support to older adults (and their partners in care), living in the community; within the geographical boundaries of York Region and South Simcoe. The Community Clinician is expected to ensure the safety and security of the client(s) environment, to practice in accordance with their professional College, follow professional standards, the policies and procedures as defined by LOFT Community Services. The Community Clinician will be responsible for working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, contributing to Integrated Psychogeriatric Outreach Program development, and providing support to the physical, cognitive, mental health and social/recreational needs of older adults and seniors in a way that enhances their dignity and personal empowerment. The Community Clinician is directly responsible for developing and articulating strategies for the management of recovery, psychosocial rehabilitation and coordination of care using information collected through assessments and collaboration with the integrated care team. Additionally, this role will liaise with community agencies, other practitioners, and key partners, including care partners, to coordinate care for clients.
The Integrated Psychogeriatric Outreach Program delivers support by an interdisciplinary team of Clinicians to older adults living in the community within York Region/South Simcoe who are experiencing a new or functional decline related to mental health, substance use and/or cognitive challenges. The IPOP Team is directly responsible for developing and articulating a treatment plan for the management of recovery, psychosocial rehabilitation and coordination of care using information collected through a comprehensive psychogeriatric assessment and collaboration with the integrated care team members. This is delivered through home visits and access to Geriatric Psychiatry using OTN.
What You Will Do
- Master's degree in an allied health service such as Social Work, Occupational Therapy and/or Nursing combined with three (3) years of post-graduate work experience in provision of clinical psychogeriatric services;
- Conduct comprehensive psychogeriatric assessments for older adults referred to IPOP;
- System/resource navigation and case management coordinating care for patients as needed;
- Liaise, collaborate and coordinate with community/healthcare providers, primary care, pharmacists, and partners within Integrated Psychogeriatric Outreach Program to support implementation of clinical plan;
- Develop short-term therapeutic relationships to foster coping and adaptation to health promoting strategies or chronic conditions.
- Identify changes in appearance/behaviours, reporting physical and mental health concerns, unusual or exceptional occurrences and behaviour;
- Provide support with behaviours arising from cognitive issues, and contacting appropriate emergency services in crisis situations;
- Monitor client's symptoms and initiate interventions to facilitate stabilization when required;
- Maintain all records of service and ensuring supplies and equipment are readily available;
- Conduct mandatory assessments and provide timely and accurate record keeping and reports as required;
- Assists with application of behaviour management strategies under the guidance of the geriatric psychiatrist working with the Integrated Psychogeriatric Outreach Program;
- Develop respectful and trusting relationships with clients using recovery and psychosocial rehabilitation principles;
- Maintain strict confidentiality and follow all other required policies and procedures.
What You Bring
Must Haves
- Master's degree in an allied health service such as Social Work, Occupational Therapy and/or Nursing combined with three (3) years of post-graduate work experience in provision of clinical psychogeriatric services;
- Registration with respective College (Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW), College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO), etc.) in good standing;
- Knowledge of resources available to seniors with mental health issues (i.e. dementia and Alzheimer's) and experience navigating the available system to support patients and families/care partners;
- Knowledge and experience working with relevant legislation (i.e. SOM Act, POA, Consent and Capacity, etc.);
- Experience and ability to collaborate effectively with other members of inter-professional care teams, clients, family members and community team members;
- Excellent assessment skills, including demonstrated knowledge of crisis intervention skills;
- Excellent oral and written communications skills;
- An understanding of recovery and psychosocial rehabilitation principles and the therapeutic relationship;
- Well-developed problem solving abilities and interpersonal skills;
- Self-directed, results oriented and capable of working independently as well as in a team environment;
- Excellent critical thinking skills and sound clinical decision making;
- Demonstrated experience and skills in use of computer technology for clinical care;
- Demonstrates awareness and understanding in working with individuals from different cultures;
- Demonstrates initiative and creativity in the workplace;
- A positive attendance record;
- Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening;
- Valid Driver's License and Vehicle required as services will be provided across York Region and South Simcoe
- Knowledge of other languages is an asset.
- Understanding of cultural competency and anti-oppression framework;
- Reflective of a multi-barriered group, as serviced by the program, a strong asset
What We Offer
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- E-learning program available all year round
- Starting vacation time above minimum standard,
- Additional paid personal and paid sick days
- Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career
- Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness
- Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program
- Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion
- A chance to push your ideas from inception to execution
- Satisfying work with a fun, energetic and supportive leader
- An opportunity to be a change maker in an organization that reaches people that are often overlooked
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who reflects that diversity. At LOFT, we hold the deep belief that skills and expertise can be cultivated in various ways. Therefore, even if you don't perfectly align with every listed criterion but feel you could flourish in this role, we highly encourage you to apply.
Note: All LOFT employees are required to be COVID-19 vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with LOFT’s Vaccination Policy; unless they are employed in or work regularly with staff who are employed in, non-client facing roles.
Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.
CLOSING DATE: May 28TH, 2024
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LOFT Community Services is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment and dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. LOFT is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Requested accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process by contacting hrteam@loftcs.org or (416) 979-1994.
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