Temporary Full Time - Community Mental Health Worker

Hours: Flexibility to work a rotating 12- hour schedule.

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

Reason For Posting: The posting is for an existing position

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

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd – HOMES- Niagara Falls Site

Good Shepherd Is seeking to fill 1 Community Mental Worker positions for our 24-hour supportive housing program in Niagara.

How You Will Make an Impact

As a Community Mental Health Worker, you will extend our mission by working with supportive housing residents living with the challenges of mental illness, substance use, and a history of homelessness. As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, you will help tenants maintain stable housing, develop independent living skills and foster a sense of community and belonging. Working within trauma informed, harm reduction frameworks you will:

• Deliver one-to-one assistance to residents transitioning into and maintaining housing.
• Offer supportive counselling, case management, crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and advocacy to help residents achieve personal goals and enhance quality of life.
• Provide education and resources on harm reduction and overdose prevention.
• Support residents in accessing medical care, mental health services, and withdrawal management and treatment programs as appropriate.
• Work with community partners to provide coordinated support.
• Identify community needs and contribute to the development and facilitation of resident driven programs, including social, recreational and educational activities.
• Encourage resident participation through committees and community events that foster empowerment and inclusion.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation, complete required reports and statistics, and contribute to program evaluation and quality improvement activities.
• Work in compliance with all Good Shepherd Health and Safety policies and the Occupational
• Health and Safety Act to ensure a safe environment for residents, staff and visitors.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

• A post-secondary degree or diploma in a related health or human services field.
• A minimum of 2 years' experience working with people impacted by issues such as homelessness, mental health challenges and substance use.
• Knowledge of community resources and health and human services systems.
• A demonstrated understanding of Harm Reduction best practices and overdose prevention strategies.
• An understanding of and ability to employ community development approaches.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Superior written and spoken communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills in various software platforms.
• Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset.
• CPR certification or willingness to be certified.
• Valid Driver's license is preferred.
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd.
• Demonstrated understanding of workplace health and safety practices and understanding of an employee's responsibility under current legislation.

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 Health 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.