(TEMPORARY PART TIME) OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - EATING DISORDER / ADOLESCENT PROGRAM

Ontario Shores Centre for MHS; Whitby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 88,000; Part time

Job summary

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences in Whitby is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support the Adolescent Inpatient and Eating Disorder Programs. The role involves assessments, case management, and delivering individual and group interventions within a team-based model of care.

The successful candidate will have a Master of Occupational Therapy, be registered in good standing with the Ontario College of Occupational Therapists, and bring 3–5 years of psychiatric/mental health

Qualifications

• Master of Occupational Therapy is required.
• Registration with the Ontario College of Occupational Therapists in good standing is required.
• Experience in psychiatric/mental health settings with youth is preferred.
• Knowledge of DSM-V and relevant privacy acts is expected.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and provide assessment, case management, and intervention.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, case management, and individual and group interventions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan and deliver care.
• Coordinate discharge planning and liaise with referral sources and community partners.
• Document care in accordance with hospital guidelines and professional standards.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

CBT/DBT/FBT knowledge

Education

Master of Occupational Therapy

Registration with Ontario College of Occupational Therapists in good standing

Job description

(TEMPORARY PART TIME) OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - EATING DISORDER / ADOLESCENT PROGRAM

Job Category: Clinical Professional (Allied Health)

Requisition Number: OCCUP003852

• Posted : September 29, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

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Whitby, ON L1N5S9, CAN

Description

POSITION SUMMARY
The Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is currently seeking an Occupational Therapist for the Adolescent Inpatient and Adolescent Eating Disorder Programs. The successful candidate will have sound knowledge of mental health and eating disorders as the position will support both adolescent programs. The Occupational Therapist will provide a range of services including assessment, case management, individual, and group-based interventions within a team based model of care. All duties and responsibilities of the Occupational Therapist conform to the professional practice standards of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO) and hospital guidelines. You will work actively with our multidisciplinary team. You will liaise with referral sources and community partners to ensure continuity of care when patient is discharged from the program - your role in discharge coordination is important.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AND PREFERRED

• Masters in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with the Ontario College of Occupational Therapists in good standing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Occupational Therapist’s Standards of Practice and commitment to maintaining reflective practice standards as described by the College.
• 3-5 years experience in a psychiatric/mental health setting or service with demonstrated experience working with youth experiencing developmental, physical, and emotional struggles.
• Experience with evidenced-based program models that support the treatment of Eating Disorders an asset.
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of the theory and practice of clinical social/mental health work with Eating Disordered clients.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Mental Health, and relevant policies and legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA).
• Sound knowledge of DSM-V diagnoses, concurrent disorders and crisis intervention theory and techniques an asset.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and demonstrated competence in performing, case management, clinical assessment and intervention and documentation of care.
• Thorough knowledge of social work treatment methods applied in mental health settings/community.
• Knowledge and experience with the challenges involved in community reintegration of clients.
• Demonstrated competence in individual, group and family therapy.
• In-depth practice in modalities utilizing EFFT, CBT, DBT and FBT an asset.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, conflict resolution and critical thinking abilities.
• Proven excellent interpersonal skills and effective oral/written communication skills.
• The ability to work with clients of diverse ethno-cultural backgrounds and proficiency in a second language is an asset.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the job.
• Variable hours may be required due to patient demand.

Job Posting Closing: October 13th, 2026. Please note any job applications after this date will not be considered