Concurrent Disorders Case Manager

Why should YOU choose Dilico?

• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid vacation time for Permanent employees
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• EFAP available to all employees and their families
• Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services for Permanent employees
• A chance to make a difference in the community

Under the direction of the Addiction Services Manager, the In-City Mental Health Case Manager is responsible for the continuous implementation of the case management system.

This includes ensuring regular, appropriate documentation on all clinical files; regular conferencing/reviews of relevant cases; evaluating system effectiveness and recommending necessary changes; ensuring the current development, treatment, and psycho-social needs of adults in care are met by participating in the provision of assessment and counselling.

Priority is given to clients who may be high risk and have complex needs that are multidisciplinary in nature, i.e. clients who are at risk of being hospitalized.

Liaison and bridging of mental health and addictions services between the in-patient hospital-based programs and the services in the City of Thunder Bay and within the district communities are a priority.

The In-City Mental Health Adult Case Manager will be responsible for consulting with the Residential Counseling Team at the Adult Residential Treatment Centre for complex clients that are attending the residential treatment program.

The primary responsibility is to ensure the provision of case management and counseling services for adults that is consistent with the philosophy, policies and standards established by Dilico Anishinabek Family Care.

and Requirements:

• A minimum requirement of an HBSW or related degree complemented by significant experience and demonstrated skill in related work will be considered. A MSW is Preferred.
• a minimum three (3) years case management experience with adults in the field of addictions and mental health is required;
• extensive experience, training and knowledge of Anishinabek culture and language.
• satisfactory Criminal Records Search;
• a valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate is required;
• work flexible hours according to the needs of clients;
• may have some travel to the First Nations communities in and around the District of Thunder Bay;
• work in the homes and locations familiar to families;
• possess a valid Class “G” Driver’s License, access to a personal vehicle; carry satisfactory liability insurance;