Admissions Coordinator - Guelph, Canada - Stonehenge Therapeutic Community

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community

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Guelph, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community is a client centered not-for-profit in the Guelph area, providing specialized support services for clients with addictions challenges.

- "We believe that every individual has the capacity to grow and contribute to society"._

About the Role:

The Admissions Coordinator works collaboratively with the Admissions team to oversee and facilitate assessments and admissions for clients to our Residential Addiction Treatment Program.

Stonehenge is one of only two funded Therapeutic Communities in Ontario.

Role Type:

Full Time

Hours of Work: 35/wk, M-Fri

Type: 2 Roles available - 1 Permanent FT, 1 FT Contract (6 months)
Why Work for Us?

Enhanced vacation entitlements for all staff
Paid personal and sick days
Health and Dental Benefits (no employee copay)
RRSP matching incentive for Permanent staff
Professional development opportunities
An opportunity to work in and learn about a specialized approach to addiction treatment and recovery

Qualifications:

Completion of a University Degree relevant to mental health, addiction, or social services
13 years of progressive experience in addictions mandatory; Experience in mental health/concurrent disorders and trauma an asset
Previous experience in residential treatment an asset;
Previous experience in correctional field an asset
Previous experience with justiceinvolved individuals preferred
Lived experience related to addictions and/or mental health an asset
CSC Clearance conducted by PWGS Canada
Valid G Driver's License, held for a minimum of 3 years
Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
Reliable Vehicle (own transportation required)
Proof of a negative 2 Step TB test
Standard First Aid/CPR Level C

Role Overview:

Core Responsibilities: _
Coordinate all assessments and admissions for the residential treatment facility in their portfolio
Use biopsychosocial assessment skills and the provincial assessment tools to conduct comprehensive assessments including:
group assessments

- individual assessments in office environment and at federal and provincial correctional facilities
- telephone/OTN assessments

During group assessments, provide support to applicants as well as family/friends in attendance
Provide crisis intervention and referral to crisis agencies for applicants as needed from point of assessment through to intake
Consult with the residential clinical staff team in regard to readmission of previous clients and complex cases
Liaise with referral sources and connect with collateral contacts in gathering client information
In collaboration with the Admissions team:
manage the client wait list in determining bed availability

- flag referral and waitlist trends for public relations (PR) purposes

Attend Community Assessment Team (CAT) meetings (off site and by phone) for federal and provincial correctional assessments as determined by portfolio
Complete referrals to community agencies, including withdrawal management, when clients are not eligible for STC
Complete client addendums, reports and documentation as required
Coordinate intake process
Complete statistical recording (CaseWORKS) when needed and utilize Offender Management System (OMS) as required
Residential Treatment Preparation Program: _
Provide individual support and education to encourage treatment readiness and motivation
Develop, coordinate, and facilitate psychoeducation groups based on Motivational Interviewing
Facilitate Crisis Intervention and supportive counselling/containment as required
Develop a roster of appropriate community resources and referral partnerships and pathways
Establish and maintain inventory of program supplies
Complete required documentation such as Communication Log, program summary, and Incident
Reports
Monitor and screen clients for abstinence
Manage incidents of perceived intoxication
Liaise with Probation and/or Parole Officers when necessary and report any required attendees and/or disclose any drug use with the direction of the Clinical Manager
Residential Services
Public Relations: _
Provide public relations support (i.e. presentations, institution visits, maintain and distribute PR material) for the residential program and broader agency (as required)
Other Responsibilities: _
Make referrals to internal and/or external programs or services, as appropriate
Provide backup support for Admissions program where required (in absence of staff or for vacation coverage)
Provide backup coverage for the Aftercare and Re-Entry program where required (in absence of staff or for vacation coverage)
Attend all mandatory training programs and attend the weekly staff meeting
Transport clients in agency vehicle when needed
Additional responsibilities as required