Canada Summer Job, Long Stay Residence - London, Canada - CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services

CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services

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London, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Canada Summer Job, Addiction and Mental Health Worker,

Long Stay Residential Treatment Facility

Canada Summer Jobs Position (OPSEU)_

London, Ontario (London Zone)

Full-Time, Contract (end date in August 2024)

Application Deadline:
June 4, 2024
Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) is a federal program committed to help young people gain employment information, skills and experience.

This program aims to support young people, particularly those from communities facing barriers to employment, as they transition into the labour market.

Consider making a difference in your community by joining our team

WHAT WE'RE OFFERING:

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What you'll be making - $16.55 per hour
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When you'll work:

This position is 35 hours per week for approximately 8 weeks; within a rotating schedule that includes days, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

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Your pension plan

Immediately eligible for optional enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE:

Support and assist clients to perform personal care activities
including but not limited to dressing, changing briefs, elimination, toileting and bathing.
Prepare and serve daily meals
Work with clients and help motivate/support them to work towards the achievement of their goals
Assist clients with community integration through supported outings
Champion each client's capacity for independent community living
Plan, organize, and support client in meaningful activity in a community setting
Facilitate and implement resident meetings
Crisis intervention and prevention
Assist and coach clients in the learning and management/achievement of activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, daily chores, budgeting, socialization, etc.
Advocate for and support clients in accessing community resources
Complete accurate and timely documentation
Medication monitoring, administration and support
Ensure effective communication with Director, Managers, staff team, and external treatment teams concerning client's progress
Identify, promote resolution, and management of all emergency situations concerning residents, staff, and property
Make decisions both independently and collaboratively
Perform routine housekeeping tasks for a safe and comfortable environment for the clients

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY:

_ Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements_

_ We require the following qualifications:_

Canada Summer Jobs requirements:
Will be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
Are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and am legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

- (Note: International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.)

Completion of or current enrollment in postsecondary education in a health or social service field of study; education/enrollment in an educational program to become a Personal Support Worker, Development Service Worker or Registered Practical Nurse and/or experience in providing personal care is strongly preferred
Interest in working with those with mental health and addictions concerns
Ability to attend work regularly

_ We prefer the following qualifications_:

Knowledge of addiction/mental health and recovery
Knowledge of community resources
Knowledge of computerized documentation methods
Experience in personal care and support
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills
Safe Food Handling Certification
Experience working in a residence setting
Health and safety knowledge
Ability to recognize and guide potential conflict situations

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.

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