Case Manager, Release From Custody - Halton Hills, Canada - Canadian Mental Health Association- Oakville

Canadian Mental Health Association- Oakville

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Halton Hills, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Canadian Mental Health Association - Halton Region Branch (CMHA-HRB) is seeking a full-time permanent position as a Case Manager, Release From Custody.

The position is a 37.5 hour per week role based in Milton, Ontario.

The position resides within an integrated team of individuals who work closely together to provide meaningful programs to people affected by mental health and addiction issues who are in conflict with the law and to promote mental health in the community.

Provide immediate and timely service and support to clients being released from Maplehurst Correctional Facility, the Vanier Centre for Women and Bail Court
Focus on strategies to reintegrate clients with Mental Health and Addiction concerns into the community
Provide postrelease Case Management services and support for clients living within the Mississauga Halton Region and transitional support or warm transfers for clients living in other regions within Ontario
Commit to supporting health, safety and wellness of clients according to relevant legislation and agency policies and procedures

Responsibilities:

Provide inreach release planning and postrelease comprehensive community case management services to offenders with Mental Health and Addiction concerns
Refer and link clients to appropriate mental health and community services
Provide support and assistance to the client and their support network
Provide information support for clients while involved in the Criminal Justice system
Establish and maintain working relationships with court support services, community agencies, Probation and Parole, hospitals and provincial correction facilities
Develop a referral process and provide clinical assessment and appropriate range of community case management services and resources based on individual client needs
Support individuals referred for services from Mississauga Halton specific Bail Court, Correctional Services, Probation and Parole, Community Agencies and/or family and self
Maintain program and agency documentation as per policies and procedures
Participate in agency and other meetings and initiatives as appropriate
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with key supports and resources in the community
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

University degree in criminology, sociology, social work or a related field; Master's degree is an asset
Registered with a professional college an asset
Three (3) or more years of work experience with people with Mental Health and Addiction concerns
Working knowledge and experience within the criminal justice system within Ontario preferred
Commitment to working within the Recovery model
Committed to working in a partnership with clients
Excellent organizational and coordination skills
Proven verbal, written and oral communication skills
Flexibility and ability to adhere to changing deadlines
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Vulnerable sector criminal record search required
The position occasionally entails the transportation of clients. A valid Ontario Class "G" driver's license and a vehicle with 2 million dollar insurance coverage is required.

Why work for the CMHA-HRB

The CMHA-HRB offers a supportive team environment, flexible work environment, training opportunities, tuition assistance program, competitive vacation package and comprehensive benefits/pension package.

We have an enthusiastic team who are dedicated to supporting individuals with mental health concerns within a client-focused environment. Individuals seeking new challenges and opportunities for professional growth are encouraged to apply.

The CMHA-HRB values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
$53,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits: