Crisis Response Worker - Aurora, Canada - York Support Services Network

York Support Services Network

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Aurora, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

One Full-time Permanent Position - Crisis Response Worker - Safe Beds Program

The Safe Bed program works collaboratively with our police Mobile Crisis Response Teams to divert persons in mental health and or addictions crisis from incarceration, and/or unnecessary hospitalization by providing them with voluntary community crisis accommodation and support.

The worker will de-escalate and stabilize the initial crisis and connect this person with the services and the supports they need to enable stable community living that addresses their health and wellbeing.

The Safe Bed worker will liaise with police services (York Regional Police, South Simcoe Police & Nottawasaga OPP) and Mobile Crisis Response teams to facilitate referrals to Safe Beds in York Region.

12 hour shifts - weekdays / weekends,