Summary of Duties

As a member of the Assertive Community Treatment Team, the incumbent will provide client centred treatment, rehabilitation, support, and case management to clients in the community with severe & persistent mental illness.

Qualifications/Skills

• MSW, B.Sc. OT, M. Sc. OT,  or COAT approved Equivalent required
• Member in good standing of the Ontario College of SW and SSW, or  College of Occupational Therapist of Ontario required
• Recent community experience working with patients with severe and persistent Mental Illness
• Knowledge and comfort with functioning within  the ACT model of Care
• Basic knowledge of psychotropic medications
• Ability to work independently and interdependently within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Commitment to client-centered care
• Knowledge of the health care system and community resources
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License required
• Ability to travel extensively within the catchment area