Community Mental Health Worker - Wesley

Good Shepherd Hamilton & Toronto; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Hamilton is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker to assist individuals with mental health issues who are at risk of homelessness. The role includes crisis intervention, case management, and facilitating community integration. The ideal candidate holds a relevant post-secondary education and has at least three years of experience in a community-based mental health setting. A valid driver's license is necessary for mobile support duties.

Benefits

Support for continuing education and professional development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Staff recognition programs

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years' experience in mental health in a community-based setting.
• CPR certification or willingness to be certified is required.
• Possess full driving license as driving agency vehicles is required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessment, planning, crisis prevention and intervention.
• Provide primary case management and community resources.
• Facilitating social interaction and community integration.

Skills

Recovery orientation

Creative problem-solving

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of community resources

Language skills (French or other)

Education

Post-secondary education in social or health services

Job description

Hours

Hours of Work: Rotating shifts between Days (9am-5pm) and Evenings (1pm-9pm) and working one in every 5 weekends (Saturday and Sunday, 10am-6pm)

About Us

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 Program Mobile Teams.

How You Will Make An Impact

The HOMES program provides housing and supports to people living with mental health issues who have experienced homelessness or are at risk of being homeless. Team members support tenants in scattered apartment units throughout Hamilton 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
• Provide tenants with primary case management and community resources
• Facilitating social interaction and community integration
• Provide linkages with other community services
• Some opportunities include work done in the community and in tenant apartments, with constant driving required for Mobile Teams
• Demonstrate commitment to the Good Shepherd mission values of Hospitality, Responsibility, Availability, Adaptability, Quality and Dignity
• Responsible for participating in Good Shepherd\'s Health and Safety programs, procedures, procedures and work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations to minimize risk to clients, staff and others as well as to the property of Good Shepherd

What You\'ll Bring To Our Team

• A post-secondary education in social or health services
• A minimum of three years\' experience in mental health in a community-based setting
• \'Recovery orientation\' and \'consumer driven\' style of practice is essential
• Possess the ability to work independently and think creatively
• Ability to speak French and/or other languages considered an asset
• CPR certification or willingness to be certified is required
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd
• Possess full driving license as driving agency vehicles and personal vehicles is required for this position

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

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. Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview.