988 Reach Out Counselor — Mental Health & Addiction

CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A community mental health organization in London, Ontario is seeking an Addiction and Mental Health Worker to support individuals through phone, text, and webchat. This full-time, permanent position offers a starting wage of $27.14 per hour, with opportunities for growth based on experience. Qualifications include post-secondary education in social work or psychology and crisis intervention experience. The role requires successful candidates to maintain a Police Vulnerable Sector Check, ensuring safety in community support initiatives.

Benefits

Extended healthcare benefits

Participation in pension plan

Shift premiums

Qualifications

• Must have Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months.
• Minimum three years’ experience in addiction and/or mental health services preferred.
• Training in crisis intervention preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish therapeutic relationships with clients.
• Conduct mental health assessments and crisis intervention.
• Provide accurate information and referrals to clients.

Skills

Communication Skills

Crisis Intervention

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Post-secondary education in social work/psychology

Job description

A community mental health organization in London, Ontario is seeking an Addiction and Mental Health Worker to support individuals through phone, text, and webchat. This full-time, permanent position offers a starting wage of $27.14 per hour, with opportunities for growth based on experience. Qualifications include post-secondary education in social work or psychology and crisis intervention experience. The role requires successful candidates to maintain a Police Vulnerable Sector Check, ensuring safety in community support initiatives.