Dual Diagnosis Systems Specialist

Job Description

The Dual Diagnosis Systems Specialist provides enhanced case management and service navigation for youth with co-occurring developmental disabilities and mental health needs. This role supports families in accessing appropriate services, coordinates care across systems and strengthens collaboration and capacity within the Children’s Mental Health and Developmental Services sectors. The hourly rates for this position are: Level I:$39.55; Level II:$41.60; Level III:$43.62

Duties & Responsibilities

• Case Management
• Conduct comprehensive intake assessments to identify the needs, strengths, and risk factors of youth with co-occurring developmental disabilities and mental health concerns.
• Develop individualized service and support plans in collaboration with the youth, their family or caregivers, and relevant community partners.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary input, including psychiatric consultation, psychological assessment, and specialized clinical services as needed.
• Facilitate case conferences and team meetings with internal and external stakeholders Service Navigation and System Integration
• Act as a liaison between Children’s Mental Health (CMH) and Developmental Services (DS) sectors, ensuring collaborative communication and coordination among agencies, schools, and medical providers.
• Identify and reduce barriers to accessing appropriate services and supports within community systems.
• Support families and youth in understanding available service options, eligibility criteria, and referral processes.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with local CMH agencies, developmental service providers, educational systems, and community health organizations.
• Participate in regional planning initiatives or interagency committees to strengthen cross-sector collaboration and address service gaps Administrative duties
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential client records in accordance with organizational policies, privacy legislation, and professional standards.
• Document assessments, service plans, progress notes, and case reviews clearly and comprehensively.
• Manage program waitlists, ensuring triage based on acuity, risk, and service priorities.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Social Work, Autism and Behavioural Science, Psychology, Sociology, or a related human services field.
• A College Diploma in Social Service Work or Developmental Services Work may be considered.
• Registration or eligibility for registration with a regulated health profession is considered an asset.
• Relevant practical experience in case management, developmental services, or children’s mental health is required.
• Must possess a valid Ontario driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and automobile insurance including business use coverage with a minimum liability of $1 million.
• Ability to travel throughout the Peel and Halton regions as required.
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check and pre-employment medical assessment required.
• Bilingualism (English/French) and proficiency in other languages are considered assets. *
• Please note that Equivalent combination of education & experience will be considered. Kinark Child and Family Services conditions of employment include but are not limited to successful Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening or Criminal Broad Record Check, based on position, and completed Pre-Employment Medical certificate. Criminal record check disclosures with confirmed findings will be reviewed in accordance with applicable policies and relevant legislation and does not necessarily preclude employment. Each case is reviewed individually and considers the relevance of the findings to assess the implications to employment Candidates must have the skills and knowledge needed to work with an increasingly diverse client and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion as relevant for the role applied to. Kinark Child and Family Services values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace, including age, ancestry, disability, gender expression, gender identity, race, religion and sexual orientation, that make each of us unique, and recognize that people experience oppression based on these characteristics and identities. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify People and Culture at kinark.jobs@kinark.on.ca or (905) 474-9595. While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose.