Transitional Case Manager, Queens Ave - 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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London, Canada

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Transitional Case Manager, Queens Ave.
Full-Time, Permanent (Benefitted)

London, Ontario


- Application Deadline: November 14, 2023 -
We believe that everyone has the right to live with dignity, autonomy and independence in our community.


Our Case Management Program embodies this belief by supporting individuals transitioning from hospital to live as independently as possible, while working collaboratively with a Transitional Case Manager to build their support systems.

As a Transitional Case Manager, you'll also focus on assisting clients with connecting to their community and teaching life skills to help them to achieve their recovery goals.


Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team

WHAT WE'RE OFFERING:

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What you'll be making - $ $25.71 per hour, rate based on proof of comparable, previous experience

  • 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:


  • Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm.
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What your benefits will be - After a 90-day waiting period, will be enrolled in extended healthcare benefits plan
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Your pension plan
  • Immediately enrolled in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE:

  • Assess client's needs for skill development and support
  • Assess the adequacy of resources/supports currently available to the client
  • Assess barriers to successful community living (e.g. treatment options, transportation, finances, etc.)
  • Assist client to identify their personal goals and preferences and utilize standardized tool (GAIN, OCAN, etc.)
  • Design rehabilitation plans based on individual needs, goals and preferences
  • Assist the individual to navigate systems and connect to appropriate resources
  • Help clients work towards their vision of a positive personal future
  • Work in partnership with the client in all aspects of planning
  • Establish an intervention plan which includes expectations and responsibilities of the client, TCM, other supports (e.g. family) and resources, as well as the frequency and nature of interventions
  • Provide skill teaching and/or support client to obtain the necessary skills training from other sources
  • Provide needed information and education about addiction and mental health, coping skills, services, resources, and consumer initiatives/supports
  • Assist client to identify and connect with personal/natural supports
  • Meet with client regularly to work on specific goals until other permanent supports are in place
  • Demonstrate knowledge of range of crisis prevention and intervention approaches including: crisis prevention strategies, crisis planning, crisis intervention, risk assessment, relapse prevention strategies, crisis services and hospital services
  • Conduct ongoing assessments of client's progress towards recovery and the need for ongoing intensive case management
  • Ensure important information is communicated to all relevant stakeholders and documented in the record

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY:


_ Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements_

_ We require the following qualifications:_

  • Diploma or degree in a health, social service or a related discipline (
    primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.e.

original degree/diploma or official transcript):

  • Valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle with adequate insurance to carry out job duties and occasionally transport clients
  • Ability to attend work regularly

_ We prefer the following qualifications:_

  • Knowledge of serious mental illness and addiction and its impact on individuals
  • Experience working with individuals with a serious mental illness and/or addiction
  • Excellent knowledge of community resources in London-Middlesex
  • Basic computer skills
  • Registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW), the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO), or the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
  • First Aid & CPR, ASIST, and CPI certification


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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