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    Supportive Housing Worker - Toronto, Canada - Canadian Mental Health Association Toronto Branch

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    Supportive Housing Worker – Housing Services (Full Time Permanent)The Role and Opportunity

    The Canadian Mental Health Association is looking for a Supportive Housing Worker weekday shift (8am-4pm) for our dedicated housing site in the Lawrence Rd West and Weston Rd area. This position will be an extension of the services offered through the CMHA Housing Services. Onsite support will be provided to individuals living with mental illness, who are homeless and who have been involved with the criminal justice system.

    Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is the most established and extensive community mental health organization in Canada. We identify and respond to Canada's most pressing mental health priorities. At the national level, we push for nationwide system and policy change. At the community level, millions of people in Canada rely on CMHA's extensive grassroots presence. Since 1918, CMHA has grown to provide mental health services and supports across Canada in over 330 communities. CMHA Toronto was, established in 1953. CMHA Toronto proudly provides services to over 10,000 clients per year, in 31 programs at 13 locations across the City of Toronto. Our services are delivered by a passionate and diverse team. Join us in providing high quality mental health and addictions services, advocating for a better mental health system, and providing education and mental health supports to clients across Toronto.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Direct service provided in respectful and supportive interactions with service users during social recreational programming, crisis and conflict resolution, and general support as required.
    • Assessment of clients Mental Health state in determination of when to reach out to EMS and Police personnel's when on site in a state of crisis
    • Perform onsite duties to maintain a safe, clean and secure environment
    • Daily documentation on client contact and concerns related to the residential site
    • Provide program assistance with notices, unit inspections, social programing and tenant meetings
    • Liaise with Housing and Support staff in coordination of clients move in and move outs
    • Pick up Food Bank on Thursdays from dedicated sites.
    • Provide oversight and collaboration with 86Rosemount client, staff and case workers while on shift in staffs absence
    • Able to work independently and as a team when providing communication of various concerns observed with clients and possible impacts on their housing.
    • Carry out duties as an Agent of the Landlord

    SKILLS YOU BRING

    • Minimum College Diploma education in Social Work/Social Sciences
    • Strong communication skills with clients and staff
    • 2 years' experience providing service to individuals living with a mental health and Justice involvement (residential experience an asset)
    • Knowledge of the Residential Tenancy Act and supportive housing
    • Experience and knowledge of the criminal justice system, concurrent disorders and issues affecting the homeless
    • Understanding of recovery principles as they relate to individuals with mental illness
    • Ability to demonstrate a non-homophobic, anti-oppression and anti-racism approach
    • Strong crisis intervention skills
    • Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution along with decision making skills
    • Experience working with diverse communities

    WHY CHOOSE CMHA TORONTO?

    If you care about mental illness and mental health and you have the right skills, then CMHA Toronto may be the place for you. We have a positive and fair workplace culture, where staff are provided with opportunities for learning and advancement. We are also big believers in wellness and work-life balance. Our benefits include:

    • Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), a predictable, secure monthly income upon retirement
    • Comprehensive Group Health Insurance – Health, Dental, Vision, Paramedical
    • Short-term and Long-term Disability programs and life insurance to protect your income upon illness or injury
    • Work-life balance and flexibility – to ensure you have time for the things that matter to you
    • Work with like-minded, passionate individuals and make an impact on mental health service delivery
    • Build genuine and authentic connections, with colleagues and clients, with the goal of making a difference

    Salary: $54,124 – $62,733

    Hours of Work: Monday – Friday (8am – 4:00pm)

    Location: 86/89 Rosemount Ave.

    CMHA Toronto is committed to promoting a workplace culture of inclusion, openness, mutual respect, and a 'no blame and accountable' environment. Our staff report that they value the flexibility in work schedules and the work-life balance CMHA Toronto encourages. They appreciate the training and development opportunities provided to staff and the encouragement for continuous learning. Staff often comment on the sense of family and personal support that exists throughout the organization.

    CMHA Toronto is committed to our workforce reflecting the diversity of the communities within which we work and is an equal opportunity employer. As such, we encourage applications from persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, First Nations, Inuit, and Metis people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the diversity of our staff. Personal experience with mental health issues, either through self or a loved one, is an asset. If you are contacted by our offices regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview should you require any accommodation.

    To be eligible for this role candidates will be required to adhere to our COVID-19 policy and provide proof of vaccination.



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