POSITION TITLE
SHIFT TYPE
Rotating days, evenings, nights, weekends, & holidays
DEPT/PROGRAM
Beckwith A
JOB CLASS
Patient Care Assistant
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Temporary Full Time
(Up to 1 year)
RATE OF PAY
$27.95-$29.37 per hour
WORK SCHEDULE
75 hours Bi-weekly
EMPLOYEE GROUP
OPSEU
VACANCY TYPE
POSTING DATE
June 15, 2026
HYBRID ELIGIBLE
No
NUMBER
1
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is a 315-bed academic and teaching hospital that provides specialized mental health, addiction and geriatric care. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, we serve some of the most complex and disadvantaged individuals in Ontario and are the sole provider of high-secure forensic mental health services in the province.
The Clinical Manager of Beckwith A is currently seeking a temporary Full Time Forensic Care Assistant. The purpose of the position is to provide personal care and support to individuals with mental health needs as a member of the inter-professional team, under the supervision and in collaboration with registered team members.
For information about funding incentives for nurses, our enhanced employee referral program, housing, orientation and other employment-related information please follow this link to our employment web page. https://www.waypointcentre.ca/get-involved/join-our-team
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
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Working under the direction of a registered nursing staff, incumbents will provide patient-centered, recovery-oriented, professional, safe and effective support to individuals and their families with the focus on the patient’s health care choices.
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Assisting with ADL and IADL activities, development of life skills, and engagement in social and recreational activities at Waypoint and in the community.
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Supporting care activities as required and identified in the patient care plan
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Providing assistance to other disciplines by helping with activities such as recreational and life skills acquisition programming, on-unit special events such as bingos, movies, walk programs, special outings for patients; handing out food trays to clients at meal and snack breaks; and acting as ward runner by delivering and picking up supplies as required.
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Reporting to patient’s assigned nurse (and to team leader/charge nurse as applicable) on results of direct care and tasks completed
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Reporting to patient’s assigned nurse (and to the team leader/charge nurse as applicable) and document in the patient’s EHR, any potential safety and security concerns and observations of physical and behavioral incidents or statements made by patients related to patient’s wellbeing, patient’s safety and safety of others.
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Participating in inter-professional meetings and contribute to discussions, related to patient status/progress/care planning; exchange information, document in the clinical file, maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Mental Health Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act and applicable Waypoint policy.
- Complying with applicable policies for ethical conduct
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Ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, who are experiencing physical, cognitive, emotional and behavioral changes, and co-workers by continuously monitoring the working environment. This includes
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Providing a safe, therapeutic environment for patients who are experiencing physical, cognitive, emotional and behavioral challenges
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Providing escorts for patients within and outside the facility as assigned (e.g. X-rays, laboratories, external care providers) and provide security coverage for patients admitted to general hospitals as required.
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Participating in planned and emergency restraints
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Participate in mandatory and self-directed education as required.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
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Grade 12 education or equivalent
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A certificate, diploma, in a health-related field is preferred
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Previous health/emergency services experience (volunteer firefighter, hospital, community living, para-medicine) and/or familiarity with clinical care and issues specific to mental health and/or addiction settings is preferred
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Analytical skills to identify patient abilities and needs based on their diverse backgrounds, to identify changes in activities of daily living, or demonstrations of verbal or physical aggression.
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Recent experience with Patient Safety and Risk Management policies and standards, including all hospital codes and interventions
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Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
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Demonstrated leadership, conflict resolution, interpersonal and organizational skills
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Proven written and verbal communication skills
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Proven ability to adapt readily to change and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
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Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation)
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Preference for proficiency in French/English language skills.
WHAT WE OFFER:
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Includes 6% in lieu of vacation to start and 14% in lieu of benefits OR 10% if enrolling in HOOPP
- Participation in the employee referral program
- Professional training & development opportunities for eligible staff
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Access to Waypoint’s Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
HOW DO I APPLY?
Waypoint employees apply through the Employee Self-Service portal at https://employees.waypointcentre.ca and external applicants apply to Join our Team, Career Opportunities | Waypoint by close of business (4:00 pm) on June 25, 2026 quoting Job ID WC25-143. Attach your cover letter and resume detailing why you are interested in this opportunity and how you meet the qualifications and key accountabilities specified. Waypoint does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.
