Residential Case Worker - MLA

St. Leonard's; London; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community service organization is seeking a Part Time Residential Case Worker. This role focuses on providing assessment, crisis intervention, and support for clients, particularly those dealing with mental health and addiction issues. The ideal candidate will have experience in establishing relationships, working in a team setting, and contributing to program development while embracing diversity and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Ability to assess clients' skills and needs related to mental health and addictions.
• Comfortable de-escalating crisis situations and working collaboratively.
• Experience with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and crisis intervention for clients.
• Ensure safety and security of clients and staff during shifts.
• Liaise with services like Probation/Parole Officers and clinical support.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Assessment

De-escalation

Team collaboration

Education

University Degree or 2-3 year College Diploma

Job description

SLCS is currently seeking a Part Time Residential Case Worker at MLA Centre. As a member of this interdisciplinary team, you will provide assessment, crisis intervention, discharge planning and support services as needed. You will be expected to assess clients’ skills and needs, particularly in regard to their mental health and addiction related issues, in addition to advocacy for and with clients involved in the criminal justice system. This role will also focus on establishing and building client relationships in the case management process. You will liaise with other services i.e. Probation/Parole officers, clinical support, courts to coordinate care for clients, etc.

In addition to these elements of the position, you will be responsible for the safety and security of the clients and other staff during your shift. You have the ability to work within grey areas while providing supports from a trauma-informed and strengths-based lens. You are able, and comfortable, to de-escalate in crisis situations, and have some experience with the unpredictable nature of working with individuals with mental health and addictions. You will also be able to work collaboratively with other team members to complete administrative functions.

You will be skilled at working with clients from diverse populations; contributing to program development. You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all the applicable and regulatory requirements. This position is primarily located at MLA Centre.

Required Qualifications

• University Degree or 2-3-year College Diploma or working towards your degree
• Standard First Aid + CPR - Level C
• Valid G2 or G class Driver’s License
• Candidates who are proficient in both official languages of Canada will be considered an asset

This position requires a clear Police Check with vulnerable sector screening, at the applicant’s cost, as per SLCS policy. We adhere to the French Language Services Act and are committed to equity, diversity, and an inclusive, barrier-free workplace under the AODA. If accommodation is needed during recruitment, please inform the HR department.

SLCS values a diverse workforce to achieve our mission. We encourage applications from racialized communities, First Nations, Inuit, Métis, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities or chronic illnesses, diverse faith communities, and those with varied lived experiences. Feel free to share your story in your cover letter.