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Addiction & Mental Health Worker Nights, Transitional RTF

CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services

#Case Management #Mental Health #Vulnerable Sector Check #Addiction #Psychosocial Rehabilitation #Medication Reconciliation #Social Science #Direct Service

Quick overview

The worker serves as a Primary Worker for a caseload, managing electronic records and developing Individual Rehabilitation Plans. They provide direct support to residents in a transitional facility, focusing on life skills, medication monitoring, and crisis prevention.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a college diploma or university degree in social sciences, a valid G driver's license, and a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check. Experience in addiction, mental health, or residential supportive housing is preferred.

bachelor degreeassociate degreeCase ManagementPatient AdvocacyBilingualismCrisis InterventionMental Health AssessmentPsychosocial RehabilitationAddiction SupportMedication MonitoringLife Skills CoachingIndividual Rehabilitation Planning

Job description

Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Transitional RTF (Residential Treatment Facility) Direct Service - (OPSEU) Full-Time, Contract (End Date: March 31, 2027) This posting is the result of a current vacancy. London, Ontario (London Zone)
Application Deadline: June 17, 2026 -

When individuals in our community experience a serious mental health or addictions concern, they deserve a response that is person-centred and supportive, while focusing on personal dignity and wellbeing.
As a member of our Transitional Residential Treatment Facility team, you'll help clients build life skills, manage their challenges and grow their personal strengths with the ultimate goal of successfully transitioning to greater wellness and independence.
Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team!
WHAT WE'RE OFFERING: What you'll be making - Starting rate for this role is $27.14 per hour (Level 1 – Direct Service), with a wage differential, based on regulation ($30.01 per hour for Level 1 – Direct Service, Regulated): Successful candidates who are registered with one of the designated professional colleges (e.g.
OCSWSSW, CNO, COTO, CRPO, CPSO, or CPO) will receive the wage differential for regulation Successful external applicants will start at Level 1, with grid progression based on seniority up to Level 8 ($34.41 per hour for non-regulated, and $37.26 per hour for regulated); for internal applicants, grid level placement will occur as per the Collective Agreement Premiums of $2.00 per hour will be applied for eligible Evening/Night (8:00pm – 7:00am) and Weekend Shifts.
When you'll work - 70 hours biweekly; overnight shifts, including alternate weekends Your pension plan –Immediate optional enrollment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) What your benefits will be –9% in lieu of benefits HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Designated Primary Worker for assigned caseload: Ensure participant’s Electronic record and paper file is complete and up-to-date Ensure goals are being worked toward and program expectations are being met Provide participant updates at Team Meetings Create Team Approaches and/or Contract of Residency In addition to the responsibilities of the Primary Worker, Addiction and Mental Health Workers will fulfill the following with all residents of RTF: Follow through with primary responsibilities when a client’s Primary Worker is unavailable Build on client’s strengths, abilities and resources Assess social and environmental factors impacting the client Assist clients to develop and coordinate an Individual Rehabilitation Plan (IRP) based on their strengths, abilities, needs and preferences Review and revise IRP with client every four-six weeks, or more frequently if deemed necessary Motivate and support the client to work towards achievement of their IRP goals Include and encourage clients’ natural supports (e.g. family, significant friends) in the IRP, clarifying the roles each plays towards clients’ rehabilitation Regularly solicit feedback from the client and relevant community supports regarding participant’s mental health or addiction and progress towards his/her goals Completion of frequent Mental Health Status Exams within the first week of the client’s admission, and subsequently at a minimum interval of once per month Create or update client Crisis Plans Medication monitoring and education Support clients with medication routine Completion of Medication Reconciliation procedure Ongoing liaison with Nursing Staff Team to ensure a firm understanding of the clinical aspects of the program Advocate for and support clients in accessing community resources Champion each client’s capacity for independent community living WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY: Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months.

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