Addiction and Mental Health Worker, My Sisters' Place

CMHA Thames Valley Addiction & Mental Health Services; London; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable women in the community. This part-time role involves providing essential mental health and addiction services, fostering a welcoming environment, and empowering clients through advocacy and support. You'll engage directly with women facing various challenges, offering them the resources they need to thrive. With a focus on community development and harm reduction, you'll play a vital role in making a positive impact on their lives. If you're passionate about social services and want to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

9% in lieu of benefits

Pension plan eligibility

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in social services or related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in mental health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe environment for vulnerable women.
• Conduct assessments and provide mental health support.
• Coordinate with community partners and resources.

Skills

Mental Health Support

Crisis Intervention

Community Development

Trauma-Informed Care

Advocacy

Education

Post-secondary education in social services

Tools

First Aid & CPR Certification

ASIST Certification

CPI Certification

Job description

Addiction and Mental Health Worker, My Sisters’ Place

Direct Service - (OPSEU)

Part-Time, Contract (Up to 6 months)

London, Ontario (London Zone)

• Application Deadline: May 12, 2025

The My Sisters’ Place drop-in program fosters a vibrant community of women who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness, promoting a welcoming and non-judgmental culture and providing a reprieve from the stigma women often feel in other community settings. Our team supports women with anything they might need— from a hot meal to tampons, from access to showers and laundry facilities to harm reduction kits, and from on-site mental health and addictions groups to connections with broader community supports.

Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team!

WHAT WE'RE OFFERING:

• Starting rate for this role is $27.14 per hour (Level 1 – Direct Service), with a wage differential based on regulation ($30.01 per hour for Level 1 – Direct Service, Regulated):
• Successful candidates registered with one of the designated professional colleges (e.g., OCSWSSW, CNO, COTO, CRPO, CPSO, or CPO) will receive the wage differential for regulation.
• External applicants will start at Level 1, with progression up to Level 8 ($34.41 per hour for non-regulated, $37.26 for regulated).
• Internal applicants' grid level placement will follow the Collective Agreement.
• Work schedule: 32 hours over two weeks; afternoons/evenings including weekends.
• Benefits: 9% in lieu of benefits.
• Pension plan: Immediate eligibility for optional enrollment in HOOPP.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

• Provide a welcoming, safe, and trusting environment for vulnerable women.
• Engage with women experiencing barriers to access and develop trusting relationships.
• Conduct triage, initial screening, assessment, provide information and referrals.
• Offer mental health, trauma, addictions, and harm reduction supports.
• Implement safety planning to reduce risks and harm.
• Provide crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and negotiation as needed.
• Assist women in linking with MSP programs and resources.
• Employ a community development and strengths-based approach.
• Foster growth of capacities and community leadership among women.
• Coordinate with community partners and resources.
• Protect and promote women's welfare, dignity, and rights.
• Provide basic needs following MSP procedures.
• Ensure accurate documentation and statistical data collection.
• Support clients in securing housing of their choice.
• Champion clients' capacity for independent living.
• Advocate and connect clients with housing services and supports.
• Support landlords and mediate as appropriate.
• Motivate and support clients towards their goals.
• Help clients maintain housing through prevention and diversion strategies.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to improve service quality.
• Participate as part of a dynamic team of support providers.
• Engage professionally with donors, supporters, and the public.
• Identify emerging trends and concerns within the population.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY:

Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements

Candidates must have a PVSC completed within the last six months. London residents should apply promptly as processing takes approximately 2 weeks, and employment offers depend on receipt of the PVSC.

Qualifications:

• Working towards or completed post-secondary education in social services, mental health, addictions, or related experience. Credentials proof required during hiring.
• Ability to attend work regularly.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3-5 years’ experience in mental health.
• Experience working with women facing challenges like marginalization, mental illness, substance use, trauma, homelessness, and abuse.
• Knowledge of harm reduction, feminist, relational/cultural, and recovery theories.
• Strong relationships with community resources.
• Ontario Driver’s License.
• First Aid & CPR, ASIST, CPI certifications.
• Bilingual in both official languages preferred.

Internal applicants should apply using their @cmhatv.ca or @slwar.ca email addresses.

Application deadline: May 12, 2025. We value diversity and encourage applications from all community members. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].