WHO WE ARE

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music. As one of Canada’s largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support he wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children’s Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited University Program with a Baccalaureate Degree (Honours) or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• Current membership with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and/or the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists preferred
• intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite preferred
• Minimum five years, current related experience working with seniors with mental illness and addictions in an
• outpatient, inpatient and/or residential environment preferred
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge and skills in working with various types of dementia, delirium, mental health
• issues, addictions, other neurological conditions, and with people who experience an acute behaviour change that
• can best be served by a behavioural support system preferred
• Previous research experience related to geriatric mental health and addictions preferred
• Advanced individual/group psychotherapy knowledge and experience as it relates to the geriatric population preferred
• Certification in Gentle Persuasion Approach, PIECES and Montessori preferred
• Skilled at crisis intervention and assessment preferred
• Experience in the application of CBT preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with community partners and as part of a interprofessional team
• High level of initiative, superior communication (verbal and written), organizational, and time management skills
• Strongly developed spirit of inquiry and interest in furthering evidence-based practice
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC’s Vision, Purpose, and Values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
  Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!

IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC’s Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit
Health Review Requirements LHSC
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Please refer the Job description for details