Mental Health - Kenora, Canada - Canadian Mental Health Association

Canadian Mental Health Association

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Kenora, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Mental Health & Justice Supportive Housing Case Manager

Full Time Permanent Position

The Mental Health & Justice Supportive Housing Case Manager reports to Housing Coordinator and the Chief Executive Officer and is expected to work as a member of a team and participate in regular peer and team supervision when required.

The Mental Health & Justice Supportive Housing Case Manager goals are to implement the facilitation of coordination of rent supplement units for those individuals 16 years of age and older with mental health and justice clients who have current involvement with the criminal justice system (e.g., Involved in mental health court, diversion programs, or on release from a provincial correctional facility) within Kenora.

The Mental Health & Justice Supportive Housing Case Manager will seek housing options for this population and build relationships with landlords and clients.

Qualifications:

BSW preferred, or demonstrated equivalent
Knowledge of mental health and mental health problems/difficulties, concurrent disorders, and dual diagnosis
Knowledge of housing resources
Applied knowledge of community resources and agencies
Networking skills and outreach skills
Ability to assess dynamic risk
Highly developed communication skills
Demonstrated ability to provide side-by-side assistance in activities of daily living
Assessment, case management, advocacy, supportive counselling, and documentation skills
Understanding and applied knowledge of Recovery Model, Brief Therapy, Strengths Perspective
Activities of daily living, problem solving skills and ability to teach and model these skills for clients
Cultural Competence for Diverse populations
Ability to work independently
Professionalism in the performance of duties
Cultural Competence
Computer literacy
Valid Driver's License

Duties:

Adherence to all policies and procedures of Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch
Outreach and collaboration to those individuals involved with the criminal justice system through the following programs:
Mental health court
Court Diversion/Court Support Worker Program at CMHA Kenora Branch
Dual Diagnosis Court Diversion/Court Support Worker Program at CMHA Kenora Branch
Collaborate and cooperate with housing providers and landlords within the Kenora area
Assess eligibility of clients to the housing program
Individualized needs assessment developed in consultation with the client
Works with the client, case manager, and landlord to develop a personalized service plan
Continuous assessment of risk related to the clients housing
Individualized planning and strategies to support the achievement of housing goals and objectives
Coordinate the use of rent subsidies
Advocacy of linking clients with appropriate housing services, supports and resources to meet the goals and objectives of the housing plan
Meet with clients regularly to ensure compliance with the plan
Provide consultations to landlords, families, significant others, and social service/health care provides around the program
Conducting regular formal or informal evaluation of client satisfaction, achievement of goals, reassessment of service requirements and or needs in consultation with the client
Active maintenance of connections with clients to provide ongoing support, and assist client in maintaining housing
Direct provision of sidebyside support with clients where appropriate
Provision of supportive counselling where appropriate
Assist clients and provide modeling for problem solving and priority setting
Development of recovery plans with a focus on housing maintenance
Referral to community agencies and services where appropriate
Maintenance of client files consistent with policies and procedures of Canadian Mental Health Association
Participation in staff meetings and other meetings as directed by the Housing Coordinator & Chief Executive Officer
Collection and maintenance of statistical information and keeping appropriate records of direct and indirect service
Outcome monitoring and evaluation
Professionally representing Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch
Drafting all necessary correspondence and reports regarding clients
Participation in administrative and office functions, including ongoing maintenance of office space
Participation in educational and professional development opportunities
Participate on specific Committees or task or work groups as assigned by the Housing Coordinator and/or Chief Executive Officer
Provide a safe environment by ensuring adherences to Workplace Health and Safety Regulations and Policies, Infection Control Guidelines, WHIMIS and Safe Work Procedures; including but not limited to Fire, Disaster and Evacuation Plans
Ensure client safety and client safety activities are emphasized throughout orientation of new staff members
Support an environment which avoids, prevents and corrects all activities or actions which m