POSITION TITLE
Patient Educator
SHIFT TYPE
Weekdays, Monday to Friday with the possibility of some evening work
DEPT/PROGRAM
Rehabilitation Services
JOB CLASS
Education Consultant
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Temporary Full-Time, up to 1 Year
RATE OF PAY
$44.84 - $52.06 per hour
WORK SCHEDULE
37.5 Hours per Week
EMPLOYEE GROUP
OPSEU
POSTING TYPE
POSTING DATE
July 2nd, 2026
HYBRID ELIGIBLE
No
OPEN POSITIONS
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 Manager of Rehabilitation Services is currently seeking a temporary full time Patient Educator. The purpose of the position is to develop, implement and evaluate academic educational opportunities and support clients/patients to reach their academic goals and interests, and is responsible to support clients/patients to increase their independence and facilitate integration in learning environments within the hospital and community.
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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Assess patient/client’s academic level, learning strengths/style, educational experience as well as aptitude, interests, motivation and commitment utilizing a series of approved techniques and/or assessment tools.
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Develop and deliver Educational Services utilizing a strength-based recovery approach to support community integration while working with patients/clients/family/friends to restore each individual’s natural educational support system.
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Provide academic teaching/guidance utilizing the Provincial Board of Education curriculum and in accordance with Waypoint Mission, Vision Values and Philosophy.
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Identify and obtain resource needs including educational and funding opportunities through networking and collaboration and develop promotional material to increase stakeholder awareness of services.
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Contribute to team process including involvement in special projects, service development, planning, promotion & evaluation including satisfaction levels of patient/clients & significant others.
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Exchange knowledge, plan and implement research & evaluation of projects including literature search & utilize evidence-based practice, track outcome measures as required and report quarterly.
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Collaborate with inter-professional clinical teams by attending pertinent meetings to discuss & review client treatment/ Recovery plans and progress and communicate verbally & in writing the assessment results, educational plans & actions. Maintain all documentation to Waypoint standards.
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Identify and adhere to safety and security procedures and be alert and respond to potentially unsafe/volatile situations.
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Drive hospital vehicles as required.
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In addition to the Regional and Community Key Responsibilities, when working in the maximum secure Provincial Forensic Program area incumbents will also be required to contribute to the safety and security of staff, patients and the public at all times by adhering to all policies, procedures/protocols and practice relative to the maximum secure working environment, including maintaining an awareness of potential risks, patients mental status and behaviors, use of intervention techniques to help patients manage behaviours, (verbal diffusing, physical restraint, etc), ensuring the secure storage of hazardous or dangerous equipment and supplies; reporting equipment malfunction; participating in environment searches; maintaining a locked environment when applicable.
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Participates in the physical restraint of a violent or potentially violent patient, as required under the circumstances, when other alternatives are not available to protect the patient, self or others from harm.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
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Canadian certified teacher and in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) is required.
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Preference for those with experience working within a mental health facility or service.
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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 | Waypointby close of business (4:00 pm)on July 12th, 2026 quoting Job ID WC26-155. 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.
