Community Mental Health Worker

Job title:

Community Mental Health Worker

Company

University Health Network

Job description

Company DescriptionUnion: Non-Union
Site: Toronto Western Hospital
Department: Center for Mental Health
Reports to: Senior Clinical Manager
Hours:37.5 hours per week
Salary: $31.86 – $39.83 per hour
Shifts: Day/Evening/Weekend
Status: Permanent Full-time
Closing Date: July 18, 2024The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.Job DescriptionIMPACT is an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program that provides treatment, rehabilitation and support in the community to adults with severe and persistent mental illness and a primary diagnosis of a psychotic disorder. Its multidisciplinary team includes Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurses, Social Workers, Community Mental Health Workers, Peer Support Worker, Psychiatric Resident, as well as students from different disciplines. IMPACT strives to minimize the impact of mental illness on clients’ lives, by facilitating the integration of clients into communities of their choice, and supporting them to improve the quality of their lives, in the areas of health, housing, finance, and vocation.DUTIES:

• Establishes & maintains a therapeutic relationship with clients, their family members, and significant others
• Collaborates with team members regarding clients’/families’/significant others’ concerns and goals
• Facilitates appropriate referrals based on clients’ goals
• Provides practical assistance, advocacy, coordination, side-by-side individualized solution-focused support, and psychoeducation to help patients obtain services and skills for daily living (i.e., medical, dental, legal, housing, finance management)
• Participate in daily inter-disciplinary clinical rounds

Qualifications

• B.A. in Behavioural Science, or a diploma in Human Services/Social Services from a recognized program or equivalent
• Registration as a Social Service Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Two to three years current experience working with psychiatric patients, preferably community-based psychiatry
• Demonstrated involvement with people who have severe and persistent mental illness
• Proven knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation/recovery model
• Experience in substance abuse treatment and harm reduction an asset
• Strong time management, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Proven patient-centred care approach
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment an asset
• Proven crisis intervention skills
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure
• Knowledge of mental health policies, legislation, (ie. Occupational Health & Safety Act, Mental Health Act) and other relevant legislation
• Knowledge of community resources pertinent to consumers of the mental health system
• Computer and technology literacy
• Access to a vehicle and a Driver’s License is an asset

Additional InformationWhy join UHN?In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP

) * Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service

• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN’s attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Expected salary

$31.86 – 39.83 per hour

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 07:32:16 GMT

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