Community Mental Health Worker

HOURS: Rotating shifts, including one weekend in every five weekends.

Rate of Pay: $29.75 - $34.30 (Starting salary will be determined by factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions.)

Reason for Posting: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Who We Are

At Good Shepherd, we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd, visit our website at www.goodshepherdcentres.ca.

Good Shepherd is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Community Mental Health Worker - HOMES – Emmaus Place

How You Will Make an Impact

The HOMES program provides supportive housing to persons who have been homeless and are living with a mental illness. Team members support tenants in scattered apartment units throughout the city to reach personal goals and to have a satisfying and meaningful life in the community.

• Responsible for assessment, planning, crisis prevention and intervention, supportive counselling, education, advocacy, conflict resolution between tenants and landlords.
• Facilitating social interaction and community integration.
• Provide linkages with other community services.
• Provide primary support to individuals and support their recovery planning.
• Some opportunities include work done in the community and in tenant apartments, with constant driving required for Mobile Team.
• Must be willing and able to assist in a hands-on capacity with tenants.
• Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

• Primary case management and community development skills acquired through a post-secondary education in social work, registered practical nurse or other human service field.
• Minimum of five years' experience in mental health in a community-based setting.
• Worked in an outreach/mobile atmosphere is an asset.
• Knowledge of community resources, the forensic system and the social and environmental determinants of health.
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity.
• Must have recovery orientation and consumer-driven style of practice.
• Some positions require a valid driver's license.
• Time management skills are necessary in a high energy, changing environment.
• Individual and team problem-solving capability is essential.
• Pro-active approach to service provision.
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and a demonstrated commitment to the Good Shepherd's mission and values of Hospitality, Respect, Responsibility, Quality, and Spirituality.
• Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset.

What We Offer

• Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
• Make a difference and provide HOPE
• Extended Benefits

Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work, dedication, and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone.

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 905-528-5877.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.