Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Housing First London
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Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Housing First Full-Time, (Benefitted) London, Ontario - Community Based - Application Deadline: July 20, 2023- Too many in our community experience the struggle of chronic homelessness. As a member of our Housing First team, you'll work collaboratively with clients to break the cycle of homelessness by helping them to find and maintain housing, laying a foundation for further recovery, and greater independence. Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months. Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 2 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC. Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team! WHAT WE'RE OFFERING: What you'll be making - $22.33 to $25.71 per hour (Practicing Professional Grid) The above are initial rates; with grid increases as per policy Internal staff members will be placed on the appropriate grid based on their current rate of pay, up to Level 8 of the grid (see Intranet Policy - ) * When you'll work - 70 hours over two-week period, rotating schedule of days, afternoons, evenings and weekends What your benefits will be - After a 90-day waiting period, will be enrolled in healthcare benefits plan Your pension plan - Will be enrolled in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) PSLRTA Notice - This posting characterizes this position as currently non-union. However, please be aware that at the organization on September 29, 2022, a vote was held as a result of an application by the Organization under the Public Sector Labour Relations Transition Act. The result was that employees voted to award OPSEU bargaining rights for all employees. Until such time as a new collective agreement is finalized, current terms and conditions of employment and existing, applicable collective agreements, if any, will remain in force and effect. HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Support clients to secure housing of their choice Provide intensive support including regular, continuous contact with the client for several months, and periodical follow up for one year Support landlords as necessary in conjunction with the client, provision of landlord mediation Motivate and support clients to work towards achievement of their needs and/or goals Create or update clients’ Crisis Plan Assist and coach clients in the learning and management/achievement of activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, chores, budgeting, socialization, etc. alongside them in their apartment Advocate, refer and connect clients with appropriate services, supports, and resources (formal and informal) based on their needs Support clients with physical, mental health, and addiction concerns, and liaise with clinical staff Coordinate recreational community outings and activities to enhance clients’ quality of life and further connect clients to their community Champion each client’s capacity for independent community living Provide health teaching about mental illness, addiction, and symptom management Assist clients to successfully remain in their apartment, providing prevention and diversion strategies to avoid homelessness Crisis prevention and intervention; reducing the utilization of EMS, ER visits, days in hospital, days incarcerated Assess clients’ strengths, abilities, needs and preferences as well as social and environmental factors impacting the client, and any vulnerability and risk factors Ensure OCANs and/or SPDATs are completed and reviewed according to policy Include and encourage clients’ natural supports (e.g. Family, significant friends) in goal planning, clarifying the roles each plays towards each client’s rehabilitation Professionally liaise with community workers and agencies Ensure effective communication with Director, Manager, staff team, and external treatment teams concerning each client’s progress Identify, promote resolution, and management of all emergency situations concerning clients, staff, and property WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months. Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 2 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC. We require the following qualifications: University/college degree or diploma in the social science field (primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.e. original degree/diploma or official transcript) Valid G Driver’s Licence Access to a vehicle and insurance adequate for transporting clients Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly We prefer the following qualifications: One year of work experience in the mental health and addiction field Experience working with homeless/marginalized populations Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation Knowledge of psychiatric medications Knowledge of community resources Knowledge of computerized documentation methods Crisis intervention and prevention training Applied Suicide Interventions Skills and Training First Aid & CPR Bilingual both official languages, preferred; préférence sera accordée aux candidats qui sont compétents dans les deux langues officielles du Canada INTERNAL APPLICANTS: To be considered as an internal applicant, current staff members are reminded to apply using their @cmhatv.ca or @slwar.ca email address. Get your application in by – July 20, 2023: Our recruitment process allows us to learn about your previous work experience, your qualifications and your commitment to fulfilling our vision. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those individuals being considered for a position will be personally contacted by someone from the interview team. We welcome and encourage applications from all members of our community including persons of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of visible minorities. If you require accommodations related to a disability at any point during the recruitment process, please contact Powered by JazzHR JazzHR
