Psychogeriatric Resource Consultant-GPCS and BSOT

Baycrest; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geriatric care center in Toronto seeks a Psychogeriatric Resource Consultant to support clients with mental illnesses in community settings. The role requires collaboration with inter-professional teams and providing educational services to caregivers. The ideal candidate possesses a related university degree and relevant experience in geriatrics or psychogeriatric services. A valid driver's license and proficiency in psychogeriatric assessment tools are essential. Benefits include health plans and pension enrolment.

Benefits

Vacation Entitlement

Extended health and dental benefit plan

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in psychogeriatric services or significant experience in geriatrics.
• Current registration/licensure in good standing as required by a professional body.
• Driver’s license and ability to travel across the region.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with GPCS and BSOT to foster partnerships.
• Provide consultation to the GPCS and BSOT clinical teams as needed.
• Participate in education and research activities.

Skills

Psychogeriatric assessment

Collaboration with clinical teams

Proficient in computing software

Understanding adult learning styles

Education

University degree in Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, or equivalent

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Email

Job description

Position: Psychogeriatric Resource Consultant – Geriatric Psychiatry Community Services and the Behaviour Support Outreach Team (BSOT)

Position Type: Temporary Full-Time (≈12 months)

Hours: 70 hours biweekly

Shift: Day (8:30 am – 4:30 pm)

Employment Type: Non-Union

Posting Number: 9411 | Date Posted: December 12, 2026 | Closing Date: December 19, 2026

Job Summary: The consultant will be an employee of Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care and liaise with the Baycrest Geriatric Psychiatry Community Services (GPCS) and Behaviour Support Outreach Team (BSOT) programs. This role will also join a team of other Psychogeriatric Resource Consultants (PRC) distributed across the city and report to the Regional Geriatric Program (RGP) in a distributed matrix organizational model. The GPCS team is a mobile, inter‑professional team that provides support to clients with mental illnesses living in the community and long‑term care sector. The BSOT is also a mobile, inter‑professional team that provides support to professional care providers and informal family caregivers of persons with behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia who reside in the community and long‑term care. Baycrest and the RGP are recruiting a consultant to provide educational consultation services to staff members caring for seniors suffering behavioural disorders associated with a neurological or mental health illness with significant functional limitations and vulnerable adults who may be less than 65 years of age but whose cognitive and functional abilities are compromised by developmental disability, Down syndrome or early onset dementia. The PRCs’ work will be in Long‑Term Care Facilities in the Toronto and Central Ontario Health regions, and will include working with Community Service Agencies and Ontario Health atHome.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with GPCS and BSOT to foster closer partnerships (e.g., attends team meetings)
• Provides consultation to the GPCS and BSOT clinical teams as needed
• Collaborates with RGP and other PRCs to support capacity building and knowledge exchange
• Participates in and leads relevant education and research activities, performing duties consistent with the job classification as required
• Collaborates with Baycrest clinical teams, long‑term care facility staff, and the client’s circle of care to ensure intervention and treatment plans are implemented
• Participates in data collection and reporting on accountability measures
• Ensures the protection of client rights and acts in an advocacy role for residents/clients

Qualifications:

• A university degree in Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, or equivalent
• Current registration/licensure in good standing as required by a professional body
• At least two (2) years’ experience in psychogeriatric services is preferred; otherwise significant experience in geriatrics, long‑term care, or community‑based senior care is essential
• Proficient demonstrated competence in standard psychogeriatric assessment tools
• Knowledge and experience in adult learning styles and education
• Proficiency in computing software such as Word, PowerPoint, Email, and the Internet
• Driver’s license and ability to travel across the region and the GTA daily

Preferred Considerations and Competencies:

• Having a car is highly recommended
• Training as a trainer in Gentle Persuasive Approach, P.I.E.C.E.S, U-First, DementiAbility, BSO Foundations, Supporting Older Adults Living with Mental Illness, or willingness to be trained

Additional Benefits:

• Vacation Entitlement
• Enrolment in extended health and dental benefit plan
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Internal Applicants: Current Baycrest employees must apply online through the Baycrest intranet. Applications submitted through the external careers website will only be considered after the internal application process. If you are a current employee and are unable to access the intranet, please contact Human Resources for assistance.

External Applicants: Please submit your application online by clicking the Apply button below.

Job Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Baycrest is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at [e-mail] or 416-785-2500, ext. 2961.

All successful candidates will be required to complete a police reference check and vulnerable sector screen.