Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Housing First - London, Canada - CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services

CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services

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London, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Housing First
Full-Time, Permanent (Benefitted)

London, Ontario - Community Based

- Application Deadline: April 18, 2023-
Too many in our community experience the struggle of chronic homelessness.

As a member of our Housing First team, you'll work collaboratively with clients to break the cycle of homelessness by helping them to find and maintain housing, laying a foundation for further recovery, and greater independence.

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

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When you'll work:

70 hours over twoweek period, rotating schedule of days, afternoons, evenings and weekends

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

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

HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE:

Support clients to secure housing of their choice
Provide intensive support including regular, continuous contact with the client for several months, and periodical follow up for one year
Support landlords as necessary in conjunction with the client, provision of landlord mediation
Motivate and support clients to work towards achievement of their needs and/or goals
Create or update clients' Crisis Plan
Assist and coach clients in the learning and management/achievement of activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, chores, budgeting, socialization, etc. alongside them in their apartment
Advocate, refer and connect clients with appropriate services, supports, and resources (formal and informal) based on their needs
Support clients with physical, mental health, and addiction concerns, and liaise with clinical staff
Coordinate recreational community outings and activities to enhance clients' quality of life and further connect clients to their community
Champion each client's capacity for independent community living
Provide health teaching about mental illness, addiction, and symptom management
Assist clients to successfully remain in their apartment, providing prevention and diversion strategies to avoid homelessness
Crisis prevention and intervention; reducing the utilization of EMS, ER visits, days in hospital, days incarcerated
Assess clients' strengths, abilities, needs and preferences as well as social and environmental factors impacting the client, and any vulnerability and risk factors
Ensure OCANs and/or SPDATs are completed and reviewed according to policy
Include and encourage clients' natural supports (e.g. Family, significant friends) in goal planning, clarifying the roles each plays towards each client's rehabilitation
Professionally liaise with community workers and agencies
Ensure effective communication with Director, Manager, staff team, and external treatment teams concerning each client's progress
Identify, promote resolution, and management of all emergency situations concerning clients, staff, and property

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY:

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Vaccination Requirements_****_
Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements_****_

We require the following qualifications:
_**- University/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):

Valid G Driver's Licence
Access to a vehicle and insurance adequate for transporting clients
Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly

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We prefer the following qualifications:
_**- One year of work experience in the mental health and addiction field

Experience working with homeless/marginalized populations
Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation
Knowledge of psychiatric medications
Knowledge of community resources
Knowledge of computerized documentation methods
Crisis intervention and prevention training
Applied Suicide Interventions Skills and Training
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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