Community Mental Health Worker

Good Shepherd Centres • Hamilton, ON

3d • CA$30 - CA$34 • Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd – Community Mental Health Worker. In this role, you will work to make a difference in the lives of tenants living at all on-site locations: Emmaus Place, Mathias Place and McGinty House.

Requirements

• A post-secondary education in social or health services
• A minimum of three years' experience in mental health, and concurrent disorders is required
• 'Recovery orientation' and 'consumer driven' style of practice is essential
• Possess the ability to work independently and think creatively
• CPR certification or willingness to be certified is required
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd
• Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak French and/or other languages considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Provide tenants with primary case management and community resources
• Services to tenants include assessment & planning
• Provide crisis prevention and intervention and supportive counseling
• Demonstrate commitment to the Good Shepherd mission values of Hospitality, Responsibility, Availability, Adaptability, Quality and Dignity
• Responsible for participating in Good Shepherd's Health and Safety programs, procedures, procedures and work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations to minimize risk to clients, staff and others as well as to the property of the Good Shepherd

Benefits

• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• Extended benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree