Forensic Mental Health: Community Behavioural Technologist

Providence Care; Kingston; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Care is seeking a Behavioural Technologist to deliver outreach support to clients and families across community locations. You will collaborate with DS Agencies to manage risk for individuals with dual diagnoses and support knowledge exchange across services.

Reporting to the Manager, Forensic Mental Health, this role emphasizes therapeutic relationships, client-centered assessments, and education to enhance competencies in community settings within a forensics mental health lens.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Behavioural Science Technology or BA in Behavioural Psychology.
• Two years’ experience with dual-diagnosis individuals in forensics (preferred).
• Experience in non-traditional community settings and with diverse service providers.

Responsibilities

• Develops effective therapeutic relationships, including shared understanding of the lived illness experience.
• Participates in client-centered comprehensive assessment with the team.
• Consults with DS agencies to understand client and agency needs.
• Provides education to DS agencies to develop greater dual-diagnosis expertise in forensic mental health.
• Provides education and support to individuals and families and advocates for rights and preferences.
• Supports DS agencies in risk management for persons at risk of justice system involvement.

Education

Diploma in Behavioural Science Technology

Bachelor of Applied Arts Degree in Behavioural Psychology

Job description

Providence Care is seeking a Behavioural Technologist to deliver outreach support to clients and families across community locations. You will collaborate with DS Agencies to manage risk for individuals with dual diagnoses and support knowledge exchange across services.

Reporting to the Manager, Forensic Mental Health, this role emphasizes therapeutic relationships, client-centered assessments, and education to enhance competencies in community settings within a forensics mental health lens.