Mental Health Social Worker - Toronto, Canada - Carefirst Seniors and Community Services Association

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Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association is a non-profit community services agency. Since 1976, we have provided community support, home and personal health care services in a holistic manner to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those with medical needs in the Greater Toronto, York, and Mississauga regions.


With a staff of 500 members (including full-time and part-time staff) and the support of a pool of 850 active volunteers, we serve over 15,000 clients a year, including seniors and the physically disabled; 3,000 of whom are "home-bound" and frail.





TITLE:
Mental Health Social Worker
, High Priority Communities Program


TERM:
Full-time Contract


RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Develop, organize and coordinate adult mental health education/activities including but not limited to connecting with educators and related partners to promote and deliver
  • Liaise with partner agencies to spread and promote adult mental healthShare adult mental health related information to local residents, community members and local businesses
  • Conduct surveys about communities needs for adult mental health education
  • Conduct evaluation sessions among participants about adult mental health activities
  • Organize adult mental health information sessions, and distribute resources through tabling sessions/events, presentations at local community venues, religious venues and businesses.
  • Engage with local businesses, community groups, religious organizations, and respond to community members' queries and concerns regarding adult mental health
  • Conduct virtual wellness checks on community members regarding adult mental healthRefer and connect community members to appropriate resources and supports within the community.
  • Report to the Project Director of High Priority Communities Program
  • Community Hub Project

QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Degree in social work and registration with OCSWSSW (Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers) in good standing
  • 2 year of experience or above in community service is an asset
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills to clearly convey information in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain messaging.
  • Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English and a second language (Cantonese, Mandarin, Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, Tamil preferred)
  • Must be able to work a variety of shifts including evenings and weekends and from a variety of locations in south eastern York region and Scarborough.
  • Demonstrate a strong interest in making an impact in the community through service, leadership, and education
  • Sensitivity to people from different socioeconomic backgrounds with an equity lens.
  • Selfdirected, selfmotivated, with a positive attitude and be able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to prioritize, multitask and adjust to shifting priorities.
  • Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
  • Current vulnerable sector check (completed within one year)

COVID-19 Precautions:


  • Carefirst has mandated a COVID19 vaccination policy in place unless with exemption on a medical or other protected ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code._
  • Carefirst is an equal opportunity employer. We are also committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange a reasonable and appropriate accommodation._

Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract


Language:


  • Cantonese (preferred)
  • Mandarin (preferred)
  • Punjabi (preferred)
  • Hindi (preferred)
  • Urdu (preferred)
  • Tamil (preferred)

Work Location:
In person

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