Waypoint Centre For Mental Health Care

Waypoint Centre For Mental Health Care Located in Penetanguishene, Waypoint is an internationally recognized mental health and addictions hospital, and research centre on the shores of Georgian Bay.

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. Waypoint’s 1,300+ staff improve lives and bring hope to people with mental illness and substance use issues. The care we deliver on site, in the community and through partnerships is informed by our innovative practices and – importantly – patient voices. We are sponsored by the Catholic Health Sponsors of Ontario. Each patient’s journey is unique, and we support their recovery with compassion, dignity and inclusivity. Waypoint staff are internationally recognized for their leadership and research, which they approach with professionalism and humility. This dedication deepens understanding of mental health and addiction, and helps to build a better future for patients, their families and care partners, staff, the community and the health care system.

We 💙Social Workers.This , we’re celebrating the incredible social workers at Waypoint!Your advocacy, compassion and com...
03/04/2026

We 💙Social Workers.

This , we’re celebrating the incredible social workers at Waypoint!

Your advocacy, compassion and commitment to patients and families make a lasting impact every day. Thank you for walking alongside those we serve and helping create pathways to hope and healing.

We appreciate you — this week and always.

Ready to make a transformational impact in mental health care?We’re looking for a Senior Development Officer to help adv...
03/02/2026

Ready to make a transformational impact in mental health care?

We’re looking for a Senior Development Officer to help advance critical hospital priorities through transformational giving.

In this role, you’ll:
✔ Manage and grow a portfolio of major gift donors ($25,000+)
✔ Cultivate and steward meaningful donor relationships
✔ Partner with hospital leaders to align donor passions with impact

If you’re a strategic, relationship-driven fundraiser with a proven track record in major gifts and a passion for mental health, we’d love to hear from you.

Help shape the future of philanthropy at Waypoint. Apply today.

📲https://www.waypointcentre.ca/get-involved/join-our-team

If you’re ready for a change, ready to grow, or simply ready to work somewhere that values what you bring — take a look....
03/02/2026

If you’re ready for a change, ready to grow, or simply ready to work somewhere that values what you bring — take a look.

We are currently hiring:

• Privacy and Legislation Lead
• Sr. Development Officer, Major Gifts
• Health System Integration Coordinator
• Health System Integration Specialist
• Outpatient Dual Diagnosis Psychiatrist
• Registered Behaviour Analyst
• Outpatient Psychiatrist
• Forensic Psychiatrist
• Director, Philanthropy
• RPN & RN
• Forensic Care Assistant & Patient Care Assistant

Apply today: https://www.waypointcentre.ca/get-involved/join-our-team

As we close out Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Awareness Month, we want to take a moment to recognize and thank our incredi...
02/27/2026

As we close out Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Awareness Month, we want to take a moment to recognize and thank our incredible Recreation Therapists.

Every day, you create meaningful opportunities for connection, growth, creativity, movement, and joy. Through your skill, compassion, and innovation, you help the people we support rediscover strengths, build confidence, and experience moments that truly matter.

Recreation Therapy is so much more than activities — it’s about dignity, empowerment, and enhancing quality of life. We are deeply grateful for the energy and heart you bring to this work.

Thank you for the difference you make, today and every day.

Support for children means supporting families too.1door.ca connects children and families to therapy, family sessions, ...
02/27/2026

Support for children means supporting families too.

1door.ca connects children and families to therapy, family sessions, and helpful resources - through trusted partners like New Path and CFS.

Care that grows with your family.

02/26/2026

On the tails of , sometimes it’s hard to know when youth might need extra support. The points out a few things that can be a sign of more being needed:

🤍 A loss of interest in things they once enjoyed.
🤍 Not keeping up with their usual care routines.
🤍 Seeming withdrawn or generally disinterested.

Every young person is different — and there’s no one-size-fits-all. Tune out what society says your child should be doing and focus on what’s typical for them.

The Hub is here to help. From mental health and substance use supports to primary care and peer support, the Hub offers youth-friendly services in one welcoming space.

Reaching out for professional help is a sign of strength, not failure.

Today we’re proud to stand together for Pink Shirt Day. A reminder that kindness, respect and inclusion matter every day...
02/25/2026

Today we’re proud to stand together for Pink Shirt Day. A reminder that kindness, respect and inclusion matter every day.

This year feels especially meaningful. Our shirts were designed and made by the patients in our Employment Skills Training programs, which showcases the phrase "Choose Kindness" in 17 different languages submitted by staff.

At Waypoint, we believe safe spaces are built through compassion, courage and community.

We invite you to mark World Delirium Awareness Day on March 11 by joining, or hosting a group viewing of the free public...
02/25/2026

We invite you to mark World Delirium Awareness Day on March 11 by joining, or hosting a group viewing of the free public webinar:
See the Signs, Say the Word: Delirium

Presented by Waypoint’s North Simcoe Muskoka Specialized Geriatric Services.

🗓 March 11 | 10:00 a.m.- Open to the public, older adults & care partners

Register here: https://waypointcentre-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h2ZIKK55SCS_UMhzxX0WxQ

When headlines are overwhelming and uncertainty feels constant, it can take a toll on our mental health — even if we don...
02/24/2026

When headlines are overwhelming and uncertainty feels constant, it can take a toll on our mental health — even if we don’t always notice it at first.

If you’re feeling anxious, exhausted, discouraged, or simply “not yourself,” you’re not alone. It’s okay to pause. It’s okay to step back. And it’s okay to ask for support.

If you’re struggling, there are resources available to help.

For immediate help:
📞 9-8-8 – Canada’s Su***de Crisis Helpline (call or text)
🚨 9-1-1 – For emergencies
👥 Kids Help Phone – 1-800-668-6868 | Text 686868 | visit kidshelpphone.ca

For ongoing support and resources:
▪️ Ontario Structured Psychotherapy - Central North
▪️ Frontline Wellness
▪️1door.ca
▪️ PCFC Connect
▪️ North Simcoe Youth Wellness Hub

Looking for a career that makes a real impact?We are hiring passionate professionals who want to advance mental health, ...
02/23/2026

Looking for a career that makes a real impact?

We are hiring passionate professionals who want to advance mental health, addictions, and specialized care across our region.

We’re currently recruiting for:

• Registered Behaviour Analyst
• Sr. Development Officer, Major Gifts
• Registered Practical Nurse
• Outpatient Psychiatrist
• Director, Philanthropy
• Registered Nurse
• Forensic Care Assistant
• Patient Care Assistant
• Forensic Psychiatrist (FT)

Whether you’re providing direct patient care, leading clinical innovation, or strengthening philanthropy to support our mission, every role at Waypoint contributes to recovery, dignity, and hope.

👉 Ready to take the next step? Apply today: https://www.waypointcentre.ca/get-involved/join-our-team

02/20/2026

When someone opens up about their mental health, supportive listening matters.

It looks like slowing down.
Putting distractions aside.
Being fully present.

It means creating a space where they feel safe to share — without judgment, without rushing, and without trying to “fix” it.

Sometimes the most powerful thing you can say is, “I’m here.”

Listening to understand — not to solve — helps people feel seen, supported, and a little less alone. Our PCFC Connect team does just this. They help clients and their families feel seen and heard throughout their journeys.

Are you interested in improving the health of the communities and populations in the Central Region?Join Ontario Health ...
02/18/2026

Are you interested in improving the health of the communities and populations in the Central Region?

Join Ontario Health Central’s Patient and Family Advisory Council.
📲 bit.ly/CPFA26

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Joignez-vous au CCPF de Santé Ontario Centre. Apprenez-en plus à bit.ly/PFAC26

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