Behaviour Technologist, Temporary Full Time, Forensic Mental Health - Community

Job Code: 27044 Status: Temporary Full-Time (Up to 1 year) Location: Community Locations Union: OPSE 4104 Paramedical Wage: $37.24 - $42.51 Posting Period: September 5, 2026 - September 11, 2026 Developmental Opportunity* Reporting to the Manager, Forensic Mental Health, the Behavioural Technologist is responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of outreach support to clients and their families and Regional Developmental Service Agencies (DSA) in a manner consistent with Providence Care’s Mission, Vision and Values. Utilizing a problem solving, collaborative and responsive approach in conjunction with the inter-professional teams, community partners, clients and families, the Behavioural Technologist provides education and consultation to assist the DS sector agencies to work with and assist with the risk management for persons living with a dual diagnosis who are at risk of justice system involvement. As well as providing opportunities to develop greater expertise in working with people with a dual diagnosis who are at risk of justice system involvement from the DS agencies. Skills And Qualifications Required Diploma in Behavioural Science Technology or Bachelor of Applied Arts Degree in Behavioural Psychology Two years’ work experience providing services to individuals living with a dual diagnosis in forensics setting, preferred Experience and comfort working within a broad range of non-traditional, community settings and with a variety of service providers Experience in implementing capacity enhancement and knowledge exchange activities Position Duties & Responsibilities Develops effective therapeutic relationships, including developing a shared understanding of the individual's lived experience of their illness Participates in and completes parts of the client-centered comprehensive assessment in conjunction with other members of the team Consults with the DS agencies to understand needs for the client and the agency Provides education to the DS agencies to develop greater expertise in working with people with a dual diagnosis within a forensics mental health lens Provides education and support to individuals and their families and advocates for individual's rights and preferences Supports and assists DS agencies in risk management with persons who are at risk of justice system involvement Why Work at Providence Care Community Teams Providence Care offers a wide range of community services across Southeastern Ontario Community services striving for excellence in care, education and research Committed to people centred approach to care delivery Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation Corporate and service specific orientation for new hires Focus on Healthy Workplace and Culture of Quality Employee and Family Assistance Program Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions Locations in Kingston, Belleville, Brockville, Kingston, Napanee and Sharbot Lake Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process. Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.

The Behavioural Technologist provides outreach support, education, and consultation to clients, families, and Developmental Service Agencies. They focus on risk management for individuals with dual diagnoses to prevent justice system involvement.

Requires a Diploma in Behavioural Science Technology or a Bachelor's degree in Behavioural Psychology. Preferred experience includes two years of working with dual diagnosis individuals in a forensic setting.

• Percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation • Corporate and service specific orientation • Employee and Family Assistance Program • Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities

• Risk ManagementPreferred

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• Outreach Support
• Risk Management
• Dual Diagnosis Support
• Forensic Mental Health
• Client-Centered Assessment
• Knowledge Exchange
• Capacity Enhancement
• Collaborative Problem Solving
• Consultation
• Patient Advocacy

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Science & Research

Minimum education

College diploma

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Oct 5, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level