CMHA, Cochrane-Timiskamin
Location
Kirkland Lake, Ontario
Salary
CA$30 - CA$32 / HOUR
Coordinate care and services for clients affected by addictions, mental illness, and concurrent disorders within a multi-disciplinary team. Provide support that respects the individuality, values, and choices of each client.
Preferred college diploma in mental health or relevant experience, with a valid Ontario driver's license and clear vulnerable sector police check. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and strong crisis intervention skills are required.
The Canadian Mental Health Association – Cochrane Timiskaming Branch is currently recruiting an Addictions Support Worker for its Recovery Centre in Kirkland Lake.
In keeping with the Mission, Vision, Values of the Canadian Mental Health Association – Cochrane Timiskaming Branch (CMHA-CT), the Addictions Support Workers (the Workers) are members of a multi- disciplinary team who play key roles in the coordination of care and services for clients who are affected by addictions, mental illness, dual diagnoses and/or concurrent disorders. The Workers recognize and respect the individuality and uniqueness of each client, including their needs, values, beliefs, and choices.
1. A college diploma in one of the core mental health disciplines is preferred. Other levels of relevant education with experience in the mental health and addictions fields may be considered;
2. Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers would be considered an asset;
3. ASIST training is considered an asset;
4. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation related to the role;
5. Experience working in the mental health and addictions fields;
6. Knowledge and understanding of the complex issues related to addictions, mental illness, poverty, and homelessness, as well as the impact of social/cultural/economic factors on the determinants of health;
7. Understanding of and ability to work within professional and ethical guidelines;
8.The ability to engage and work with a broad age group of clients with diverse and complex issues;
9. Ability to meet tight deadlines and work in a fast-paced, often pressured, environment;
10. Strong crisis and suicide intervention skills;
11. Valid driver’s license from the province of Ontario and use of a reliable vehicle for work purposes;
12. Clear vulnerable sector police check.
CMHA-CT offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including the HOOPP pension plan and most importantly, CMHA-CT offers a fulfilling career working with a dynamic team, supporting and caring for others.
CMHA Cochrane-Timiskaming actively seeks candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; Black and racialized; members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary; and disabled.
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