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PERMANENT PART-TIME) PATIENT CARE ATTENDANT - FORENSIC ASSESSMENT AND REHABILITATION UNIT (FARU)

Job Category : Support Services

Requisition Number : PARTT002619

Posted : January 28, 2025

Location : Whitby, Ontario

700 Gordon Street

Whitby, ON L1N5S9, CAN

Reporting to the Clinical Manager, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Centre is seeking a Forensic Patient Care Attendant (PCA). This position is within the Forensic Assessment and Rehabilitation Unit (FARU). FARU provides assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for individuals detained under the Ontario Review Board (ORB) or the courts who require a secure setting.

Key Duties and Responsibilities :

• Escorting and accompanying Forensic patients during off-unit privileges
• Monitoring and supervising Forensic patients in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
• Communicating patient information (i.e. mental status, overall presentation, etc.) to the clinical team
• Maintaining routine levels of patient observation
• Maintaining a safe and secure environment by performing security checks and unit searches
• Monitoring patients and visitor activities
• Assisting clinical staff with all tasks needed to uphold the functioning and therapeutic environment of the unit
• Responding to emergencies and assisting with applying restraints as required (and per policy)

Requirements :

PLEASE NOTE : Although the current vacancy is for the Forensic Assessment Rehabilitation Unit (FARU), all Patient Care Attendants must have the ability to work in any area of the Forensic Program based on staffing needs.

Part-time employees who are scheduled through the CSSO will be expected to commit to a minimum of two weekends per six-week schedule.

Ontario Shores is dedicated to fostering equitable employment opportunities and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to supporting candidates requiring accommodations and invite you to inform us of any needs during the recruitment process.

We welcome applicants who embrace respect and are dedicated to collaboratively cultivating an inclusive environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who have encountered historical or current barriers to equity.

Job Posting Closing : February 11, 2025 at midnight. Please note any job applications after the closing date will not be considered.

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