Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Withdrawal - St. Thomas, 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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Addiction and Mental Health Worker (Nights), Withdrawal Management - Elgin

Mental Health Worker (OPSEU Elgin)
Full-Time, Contract (Approximately 24 months)

St Thomas, Ontario


- Application Deadline: November 14, 2023 -
We believe in recovery.


Through our Withdrawal Management Program, we provide a safe environment for clients as they experience withdrawal symptoms; ensuring a calm, respectful and supportive environment as clients undertake the difficult work of moving forward in their recovery journeys.


As part of this multi-disciplinary team, you will support clients in a short-term residential setting by providing crisis management and encouragement while ensuring a calm and respectful environment for all.


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 - $27.84 per hour, with applicable hourly shift premiums
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When you'll work - 70 hours over a two-week period; Nights including weekends
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Your pension plan
  • Immediately eligible for optional enrolment in in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE:

  • Provide client-centered care from a harm reduction approach
  • Engage in community development, capacity building and program development with a wide variety of service providers
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of service providers and organizations
  • Acquire and maintain a high level of current knowledge about substance use disorders and trends as well as treatment options
  • Facilitate successful service navigation for clients through empowerment and/or advocacy
  • Provide education, referrals and support for people using substances and related needs
  • Manage indirect services and administrative duties
  • Engage in community development, community awareness, education and outreach as designated and appropriate, representing the agency in a professional manner. On occasion, these services may be provided outside of regular office hours
  • Attend and actively participate in team meetings and case conferencing meetings
  • Maintain awareness of and adherence to policies and protocols
  • Support and participate in the quality enhancement activities of the team and agency
  • Actively participate in the supervisory process with immediate supervisor
  • Provide coverage for other team members as volunteered/directed
  • Be supportive of and an active participant in the constant evolution and growth of the agency

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY:


_ Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements_

_ We require the following qualifications:_

  • University or college degree or diploma in the social science field (
    primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.e.

original degree/diploma or official transcript):

  • Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly

_ We prefer the following qualifications:_

  • Minimum two years' work experience in mental health and addiction field
  • Knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation
  • Experience working in a residence setting
  • Clinical work experience ideally in substance abuse assessment and treatment including intake and crisis services
  • Capacity and comfort level dealing with streetinvolved individuals and treatment including intake and crisis services
  • First Aid & CPR, ASIST, CPI trainings


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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