Team Lead, Street Level Women at Risk - London, Canada - CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services

CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services
CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services
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Team Lead, Street Level Women at Risk
Full-Time, 1-year contract (Ending July 31, 2024)

London, ON


- Application Deadline: July 20, 2023 -
If you are passionate about the rights to housing, come join a collaborative housing first model for women


Grounded in London's housing stability services system, the Street Level Woman at Risk (SLWAR) plan is aimed at supporting housing stability, long term health, wellbeing and belonging for women experiencing homelessness.


The model is framed in service collaboration to help provide housing with in home support, and a system of wrap supports that are participant lead and based on the goals each woman has for herself.


Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team
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WHAT WE'RE OFFERING:

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What you'll be making:


  • $23.98 to $27.
36 per hour (Practicing Professional - Team Lead 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 )
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When you'll work:

  • 70 hours over twoweek period, including days, evenings, weekends and public holidays
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Your pension plan
  • Eligible for immediate enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE:

  • Coordinating, supporting and working alongside a team comprised of Housing Stability Workers and a Housing Finder
  • Responding to identified areas of concern and coordinating resources accordingly
  • Monitoring fidelity of intensive case management practice to Model and Guiding Principles
  • Monitoring electronic and written recordkeeping activities, e.g. databases, oncall logs, incident reports, progress notes and participant files
  • Providing responsibility for the data collected and participating in the analysis and report writing under direction of the program Director and Manager
  • Acting as a frontline staff when needed to support maintaining service intensity
  • Accompanying participants to appointments, and meeting with participants in their homes as needed
  • Supporting the Program Manager with the implementation and facilitation of intake and SLWAR teleconferences as assigned
  • Responding through a harm reduction approach
  • Working cooperatively with the Street Level Women at Risk collaborative agencies and other supports involved with the participants ongoing care
  • Brokering and advocating with other system elements, accompanying clients to appointments, providing proactive crisis planning, organizing meaningful daily activity opportunities and liaising with Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program
  • Alerting the SLWAR Program Manager or designate of information that could affect the safety and wellbeing of street involved individuals

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY:

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We require the following qualifications:
_**- Post-secondary education in a relevant field of study e.g. social services, social work, or a related discipline (
primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.e.

original degree/diploma or official transcript):

  • Thorough understanding of harm reduction theory and demonstrated ability to implement harm reduction strategies
  • Extensive knowledge of community resources, service & support programs, and barriers participants face in accessing same
  • Working knowledge of a variety of treatment, intervention, and support strategies
  • Experience with ongoing evaluation of complex case management or treatment plans, engaging with the participant and other resources in adjusting the plan, as appropriate
  • Experience working from a traumainformed, relational approach
  • Computer literacy
  • Ability to assess level of risk in regards to participants
  • Valid Driver's License, adequate insurance to allow transportation of participants and access to a vehicle to carry out job duties
  • Current, clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
  • First Aid & CPR
  • Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly

_ We prefer the following qualifications:_

  • Minimum of 35 years' experience working in addictions, mental health, women's issues, violence against women, and/or homeless prevention preferred
  • Training and experience using Service Prioritization Decision Assistance Tool (SPDAT) and the Homeless Individuals and Families Information System (HIFIS)
  • Valid certification in ASIST and Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention preferred
  • Proven experience/skill in training development and facilitation
  • Experience in the provision of supervision and training of staff

Only female applicants will be considered due to a bona fide occupational requirement of this position and program


Our recruitment process allows us to learn about your previous work experience, your qualifications and your commitment to fulfilling our vision.

While we appr
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