Program Assistant - Crisis Critical Care Unit 5

Ocean State Job Lot; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Toronto seeks a part-time Program Assistant for the Crisis Critical Care Unit. The role involves supporting clinical staff, participating in client assessments, and maintaining a therapeutic environment. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and strong interpersonal skills, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of healthcare-related experience.
• Possibly a Personal Care Worker Certificate or ongoing education in a health discipline.

Responsibilities

• Participate in client assessments and support direct care.
• Accompany clients for medical clearances and transfers.
• Maintain security and support workplace diversity.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Job description

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Program Assistant - Crisis Critical Care Unit 5

CAMH's core values of Courage, Respect, and Excellence guide its Strategic Plan: Connected CAMH. The organization aims to transform lives, foster innovation, revolutionize education, and promote social change. CAMH is committed to changing societal perceptions of mental illness, eliminating prejudice, and integrating mental health as a central part of healthcare.

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The Clinical Care Program seeks a part-time, permanent Program Assistant for the Crisis Critical Care TX U5 (formerly EPU). Reporting to the Manager, you will help organize and ensure the smooth operation of the unit, support clinical staff, and contribute to maintaining a therapeutic environment as part of an interprofessional team.

Your responsibilities include participating in client assessments, supporting direct care, accompanying clients for medical clearances and transfers, and communicating observations and assessments effectively. You will also be involved in maintaining security and supporting workplace diversity, teamwork, and compliance with regulations. The position involves shift work, including weekends, at 1051 Queen Street West, with 12-hour shifts.

The ideal candidate will have a Secondary School diploma or relevant courses, 6 months to 1 year of healthcare-related experience, and possibly a Personal Care Worker Certificate or ongoing education in a health discipline. CPR certification is an asset. You should be capable of working with diverse clients and staff, possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, and be a motivated team player with initiative. Familiarity with mental health or addiction issues and bilingual abilities are preferred.

All employment offers are contingent upon a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Records Check.

CAMH is an affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As an employee, you will support teaching, research, and clinical care.

CAMH values equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a respectful and discrimination-free environment. We encourage applications from diverse communities, including Indigenous Peoples, racialized groups, LGBTQ2S+ communities, women, and individuals with disabilities or lived experience with mental health challenges.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 416-535-8501 x 32400.