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SalaryMENTAL HEALTH WORKER – NEW FOUNDATIONS
STARTING RATE – $27.25 – 28.97/HOUR (NEGOTIABLE, BASED ON EXPERIENCE)
FULL-TIME CONTRACT (6 months)
START DATE: As soon as possible
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 28, 2024
Who we are!
Canadian Mental Health Association – Thunder Bay Branch is a nonprofit service provider working to ensure Mental Health services are available for all. CMHA Thunder Bay is committed to providing quality services for all of Northwestern Ontario residents where all staff strive to protect and promote Mental Health for all through healthy lifestyle and exemplary recovery focused approach improving upon each individual’s well-being.
What is the job?
The Mental Health Worker works directly with assigned members of the New Foundations Program, using psychosocial based recovery tools and led by the member themselves. The Mental Health Worker reports directly to, and will be supervised by, the Manager of New Foundations Services. The Mental Health Worker must be available to work in all units of the program, as assigned by the Manager of New Foundations.
What will you do day to day?
1. Planning and partaking in the assigned unit activities.
2. Assisting in planning programs and activities that are consistent with individual members.
3. Ensuring member empowerment and the recovery philosophy.
4. Supporting members in our social rehabilitation, employment, food services and housing programs.
5. Work closely with community partners to ensure all areas of recovery are being met.
6. Completes other duties as assigned by Manager.
What do you bring to the job?
· A Degree or Diploma in the Social Sciences, or a Social Service Program.
· A minimum of 2 years of experience working in the Mental Health field.
· Strong background working with individuals with mental illness.
· Good knowledge of community health and other health related social service resources.
· Must possess skills in crisis assessments, and intervention strategies and /or possess ASIST.
· Ability to speak French considered an asset.
· You are required to hold a valid driver’s license, provide verification of two million liability coverage on your vehicle, and are expected to transport clients, as required by your manager.
· Current Police Clearance Certificate is required.
What is in it for you?
· Full medical and dental benefits upon completion of probation
· Sick and vacation benefits
· Competitive wages
· Eligibility for participation in CMHA National Pension Plan
· Opportunity to join a fast-paced, positive working environment where recognition and personal growth are highly valued
· Being a part of an organization which is “Accredited” through Accreditation Canada
To view the posting online, please visit: https://thunderbay.cmha.ca/get-involved/careers-and-placements/
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume & three workplace supervisory references to: careers@cmha-tb.on.ca
CMHA Thunder Bay is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is fully accessible and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including those with a lived experience, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities.
Position must be worked on-site.
Please make us aware of any known accommodation needs, if necessary.
We thank all candidates for their interest in this position however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Full Covid-19 Vaccination Verification required subject to any contraindications that are medically supported.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $27.25-$28.97 per hour
Work Location: In person
