CAMH FEIS (Forensic Early Intervention Services)
Year 2 Practicum
September 2025- April 2026
Name of Practicum Site, Unit or Program:
CAMH FEIS (Forensic Early Intervention Services)
CAMH FEIS Community Program
Location:
Toronto South Detention Center -160 Horner Ave. Toronto.
FEIS Community program- both in community as well as CAMH Queen Street Location-Unit-A Main Floor.
Description of the practicum site and student activities:
The practicum is offered at medium remand center ( adult male only) .
The Forensic Early Intervention Service (FEIS) is a result of collaboration between the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services and the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care. Our team consists of members of the following professions: social work, occupational therapy, nursing, psychology, and psychiatry.
FEIS will provide ongoing assessment and support to individuals who: Are/are at risk of being unfit to stand trial , May choose to pursue a not criminally responsible defense
For individuals who meet the FEIS inclusion criteria –we conduct psychiatric assessment and offer treatment recommendations, Visit and provide ongoing support while client is at the Corrections Facility. Support clients in their preparation for court appearances, Communicate with client’s lawyer & family, Provide client’s family with resources and support, Connect with client’s other community supports, Work with Corrections staff and partner agencies to facilitate discharge plans
Students will have an opportunity to do daily assessments on new admissions and ongoing follow-ups. Depending on their level of comfort, they could have a caseload. They will also be able to do community referrals for housing, OW/ODSP applications, and discharge planning.
Students will get the opportunity to shadow forensic psychiatrists and other social workers on the team.
Students will be able to observe and practice case management activities with clients released from custody and the practicum supervisor.
Students may have an opportunity to shadow/observe CAMH Patient units and mental health court/ addiction groups depending on students’ participation and motivation in the FEIS program at TSDC.
Practicum Requirements:
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☒ Immunizations per PHA Guidelines
☒ N95 Respirator/Mask Fitting
☐ Covid Vaccinations
☐ Influenza Vaccination (Flu shot)
☒ Police Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check
The student needs an Enhanced Vulnerable Sector check while working in a Detention Center. This check may require a longer waiting period, and the student has to apply at least 2 months in advance to avoid any last-minute application.
☐ Driver’s License
☐ Use of Own Car
☐ Travel by public transportation between home visits, or satellite offices, or community meetings, etc.
☐ Comfort working with the population being served
☐ Comprehensive report writing and documentation
☐ Lived experience/Current member of the community being served
☐ Evening attendance
☐ Weekend attendance
☐ Changing shift attendance
☐ Language (specify in field below)
Other requirements:
Please select Fields(s) of Study:
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☐ Children and their Families
☒ Social Justice and Diversity
☒ Mental Health and Health
☐ Social Work in Gerontology
☐ Human Services Management & Leadership
Does your practicum require any previous experience?
(If yes, please specify.)
Is this practicum in-person, remote or hybrid?
In person ONLY.
Will this practicum involve direct work or a mix of direct and indirect?
Direct work mostly, also making community referrals.
Number of practicums offered:
1
Field Instructor name and credentials:
Seby Joseph MSW, RSW
Application deadline:
March 19, 2025
Do you require a resume? Or resume and cover letter?
Yes both.
Accessibility Considerations:
- Will the student have access to a private space for notes or computer use? Yes
- Are there breaks between clients/patients/meetings? Yes
- Is the practicum considered fast-paced? Medium
- Is there a high noise level in the practicum? Medium
- Is the site wheelchair accessible? No
- What are the physical demands of the practicum? No
- Are there any other accessibility considerations that potential applicants with disabilities should be aware of? It’s a adult male remand center.
To apply for this practicum, please send a cover letter and resume to miri.ben.dat@utoronto.ca by 4 pm March 19, 2025. Applications will be sent to the site.