Transitional Case Manager (Brampton HART Hub)

Peel Addiction Assessment and Referral Centre; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

RRSP matching

Group health/dental plan

LTD/life insurance

EAP

4 weeks of vacation to start

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Peel Addiction Assessment and Referral Centre is seeking a Transitional Case Manager to join the Brampton HART Hub within a Housing First framework. You will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop care plans, and provide case management supports to individuals facing mental illness, addiction concerns, or homelessness.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a relevant discipline (BSW preferred).
• Minimum 2 years supporting mental health, addiction, homelessness.
• CPR and First Aid required; GAIN Q3 MI ONT preferred.
• Languages common to Peel region; French an asset.
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments including risk assessments.
• Provide case management and activities of daily living supports.
• Assess risk and respond with mitigation strategies including de-escalation.
• Refer clients to community resources supporting recovery goals.
• Update documentation within 24 hours of client contact.
• Participate in team meetings, huddles, and trainings.

Skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Crisis intervention

Cultural competence

Motivational interviewing

Trauma-informed practices

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in a relevant discipline (BSW preferred)

Job description

About the role

As part of a multi-disciplinary team the Transitional Case Manager provides case management supports based on needs assessments and care plans to individuals experiencing mental illness, addiction concerns and/or homelessness. Working within a Housing First framework, the Transitional Case Manager will support individuals as they transition into recovery and from homelessness into housing, by focusing on psychosocial needs and activities of daily living, using a stepped care approach.

We are hiring for one (1) full-time, permanent role working at the Brampton HART Hub

Benefits included: Mileage reimbursement, RRSP matching, group health/dental plan, LTD/life insurance, EAP, 4 weeks of vacation to start, professional development opportunities

What you’ll do

• Conduct comprehensive standardized psychosocial assessment, including risk assessments.
• Provide case management, task-based interventions and activities of daily living related to social determinants of health.
• Regularly assess for risk and respond with mitigation strategies, including crisis intervention and de-escalation supports and connecting to crisis services when appropriate.
• Refer and link clients to community resources and groups that support recovery goals
• Facilitate recovery and/or social-recreational groups as needed, including developing new group materials.
• Actively participate in staff meetings, team huddles, supervisions, case conferences, trainings, and events as required.
• Update all appropriate documentation within 24 hours of client contact
• Participate in internal or external committees, including communities of practice as requested by the HART Hub Program Manager or home organization
• Participate in PAARC All-Staff Events, meetings and training activities, as requested
• Represent PAARC at all times in a professional manner

Skills & Competencies Required

• Demonstrated experience working within a multidisciplinary team and evidence of an ability to collaborate and partner.
• Working knowledge and/or an understanding of various disciplines; including but not exclusive of mental health, substance use, harm reduction, newcomer challenges and barriers faced by those in marginalized populations.
• Demonstrated cultural competence, ability to work and apply practical understanding of different elements of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging as well as an understanding of social determinants of health and impact on vulnerable communities.
• Knowledge of a variety of evidence-informed treatment modalities including motivational interviewing and trauma informed practices.
• Experienced at engaging in matters that require sensitivity and empathy across a diverse community, excellent judgement, and discretion; ability to operate with various frameworks including culturally sensitive, anti-racist, anti-oppressive, 2SLGBTQ+ affirming and intersectional.

Requirements

• Educational Background: Post-secondary degree or diploma in relevant discipline (BSW preferred)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years experience supporting individuals experiencing mental health, addiction, and homelessness challenges, and a focus on assessment and short-term supports
• Registration with a regulatory college considered an asset
• Certifications: Current CPR and First Aid required; GAIN Q3 MI ONT Certification preferred.
• Language Skills: Proficiency in prevalent languages in the Region of Peel (such as Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, Arabic) and French considered a strong asset.
• Transportation: Valid Ontario Driver’s License, insurance, and reliable vehicle required.

Working Conditions

• Onsite at the Brampton HART Hub location (10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton). Hours of operation are 9:00 am – 9:00 pm, Monday to Sunday (no bed services at this location)
• The Hub is open 365 days a year, including statutory holidays. Shift work is required. 8 hour rotational shift day/afternoons including weekends. Will be expected to work 37.5 hours per week.
• Community based work required to meet with clients

By joining our team at PAARC, you’re not just accepting a job; you’re embarking on a rewarding career path that offers growth, fulfillment, and the opportunity to contribute to a more inclusive, supportive community.

PAARC is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to accessible and inclusive employment practices in compliance with AODA. We value diversity and encourage all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal Peoples, to apply. Our commitment extends through all recruitment stages. We encourage candidates to specify if they require any accommodation to ensure their full participation in the recruitment process, striving for an inclusive work environment where everyone is respected and valued.