Community Mental Health Worker - Adult

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Ashern; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is seeking a Community Mental Health Worker – Adult to contribute to improved health outcomes via clinical mental health interventions within an integrated team. The role collaborates with individuals, families and primary care providers to promote recovery-oriented care.

The CMHW–Adult works within the mental health framework and adheres to the agency’s mission and values while supporting diverse client needs and community resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or registered credentials in mental health/health disciplines.
• Knowledge of clinical assessment, treatment models and interventions.
• Knowledge of mental health problems, signs, symptoms, treatment, prognosis.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health clinical interventions within an integrated team.
• Collaborate with individuals, primary health care providers, families, and services involved.
• Support recovery-oriented practice and uphold agency mission and values.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Mental health knowledge

Crisis management

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office

Electronic medical record (Accuro)

Cultural competency

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

B.Sc. M.H

B.Sc. P.N

RPN

BN

RN

BSW

MOT

Job description

Employer: Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority

Site: Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority - Ashern Community Health Office

Department / Unit: Mental Health

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MGEU

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days

Salary: As per collective agreement

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority delivers health-care services on First Nation Treaty Territories 1, 2, 3 and 5 and on the homeland of the Métis Nation.We respect that First Nations treaties were made on these territories, acknowledge harms and mistakes, and we dedicate ourselves to collaborate in partnership with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in the spirit of reconciliation.

Position Summary

Working within an integrated team approach, the Community Mental Health Worker (CMHW) – Adult will contribute to the overall improved health status of individuals through the provision of mental health clinical interventions and approaches. Services are provided within a framework of mental health clinical practice, including consultation, assessment, and therapeutic interventions/treatment. The CMHW–Adult will work collaboratively with the individual, primary health care providers, families, and services/agencies involved with the individual. The CMHW–Adult is expected to support and promote recovery-oriented practice. The position of CMHW–Adult functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. M.H, B.Sc. P.N, RPN, BN, RN, BSW, or MOT.
• Licensed with applicable professional designation.
• Knowledge of clinical assessment, treatment models and interventions.
• Knowledge of mental health problems and illnesses, including signs, symptoms, treatment, and prognosis of mental illness and emotional distress.
• Knowledge of co-occurring disorders, i.e. addictions and mental health.
• Knowledge and range of intervention modalities, including brief treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectic behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
• Knowledge of and ability to work within the mental health recovery model.
• Knowledge of community resources and procedures related to accessing the available services.
• Knowledge of psychopharmacology.
• Knowledge of the Personal Health Information Act, the Mental Health Act, the Child
  and Family Services Act, and other relevant legislation.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in relevant mental health area required.
• Two (2) years direct experience in the area of mental health crisis management preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A positive attitude toward learning, growth, and health.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve complex situations and manage sensitive issues.
• Ability to relate and interact with individuals of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to use electronic medical record (Accuro).
• Flexible scheduling is required to balance individuals’ needs and enhance service delivery to improve access.
• Good physical and mental health to meet the demands of the position required.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle are required.
• Satisfactory employment record.

Internal applicants must include a current resume with application upon change of department, site, program and or classification.

As a condition of employment, all successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check (with vulnerable sector screening), adult abuse and child abuse registry checks prior to commencing employment.

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people at all levels within our workforce. We encourage successful Indigenous individuals to self-declare by completing a voluntary self-declaration as part of the application process.

Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset. Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authorityvalues and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Accessibility accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.