Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Nicole's Choice - London, Canada - CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services

CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services

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London, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Nicole's Choice
Full-time, Permanent (Benefitted)

London, Ontario

- Application Deadline: May 23, 2023 -

Every person in our community has the right to safe, affordable, quality housing and to live with dignity and as much independence and choice as possible.

Our Nicole's Choice program embodies this ideal by providing stable, independent housing, with regular supports, for a vibrant community of women experiencing or at risk of homelessness while struggling with mental health or addictions concerns.

As a member of this team, you'll work with residents to build life skills and grow their personal strengths while promoting a welcoming, non-judgemental and harm-reduction focused environment, ultimately leading to greater wellness and independence.

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

What you'll be making:

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$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 )

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When you'll work:

70 hours over a 2week period; shifts are currently rotating days, afternoons and weekends.

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Your pension plan

Will be immediately enrolled in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

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What your benefits will be - After a 90-day waiting period, will be enrolled in the healthcare benefits plan

HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE:

Work with clients and help motivate/support them to work towards achievement of their goals
Champion each client's capacity for independent community living
Assist clients to maintain suitable housing
Facilitate and implement resident meetings
Provide health teaching about addiction, mental illness and symptom management
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
Documentation related to clients
Ensure effective communication with Director, Managers, staff team, and external treatment teams concerning each participant's progress
Identify, promote resolution, and management of all emergency situations concerning participants, staff, and property
Make decisions both independently and collaboratively

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY:

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Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements_****_

We require the following qualifications:
_**- University/college degree or diploma in social science, or a related field
(primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.e.

original degree/diploma or official transcript):

Experience working in the addiction and mental health field
Current Driver's Licence and access to a vehicle
Ability to attend work regularly

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We prefer the following qualifications:
_**- Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation

Experience working residence setting
Health and safety knowledge; knowledge of safe food handling procedures
Crisis intervention and prevention
Applied Suicide Interventions Skills and Training (ASIST)
First Aid & CPR

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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