Job Description

Job Posting Number:J0724-0961Job Title:Addiction and Mental Health TherapistJob Category:Healthcare ProfessionalUnit:Crisis TeamJob Type:Permanent Part TimeOpen Positions:1City, Province, Country:Cornwall, Ontario, CanadaDate Posted:July 19, 2024Available Shifts:

• 800 - 1600 - Schedule subject to change

Closing Date:July 26, 2024Salary:$39.16 - $50.77/HourUnion:OPSEUAs part of the Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH), you will uphold the mission, vision and ICARE values in order to create a safe environment for patients, families, staff, physicians and volunteers, recognizing \xe2\x80\x9cPatient Safety\xe2\x80\x9d and \xe2\x80\x9cOur People\xe2\x80\x9d as priorities in creating a culture of safety and a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion. Cornwall Hospital is committed to providing an accessible work environment. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the recruitment/selection process.Emergency preparedness is a critical aspect of CCH operations. It is essential that all staff and physicians receive training and understand their roles and responsibilities in this field.Summary of responsibilitiesThe Addiction and Mental Health Therapist is responsible for providing comprehensive urgent/emergent mental health services to clients, including psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention and urgent follow-up, as well as consultation and education to other staff, professionals and community agencies. This is specialized mental health practise. Employees provide rapid, accurate and effective assessment, interventions, recommendations regarding disposition, referral to community resources, and supportive consultation to community agencies, police departments and families. Work is performed with considerable independent judgement within approved policies and procedures as well as embody a culture of caregiver inclusion in the patient\'s plan of care.Requirements of the job

• Four (4) year university degree in social sciences
• Registered with a relevant Ontario College whose members may practice psychotherapy
• Thorough knowledge of Mental Health Crisis Team functions
• Minimum three (2) years working experience in the community delivering crisis interventions with adults, youth and families experiencing addiction and mental health concerns
• Strong assessment, interviewing and therapeutic skills
• Current certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.
• ASSIST training and Specialized Suicide Intervention Training (Adult and Youth)
• Ability to be organized and autonomous, and have good team-work capabilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Computer literacy, and knowledge in using CRMS and CERNER
• Valid driver\'s licence in good standing
• Demonstrated regular, punctual attendance
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety
• Willing to work with a variety of community partners, including police services
• CPR
• Functional level in both official languages (oral and written in English; oral in French - and testing completed)

Assets:

• In-depth knowledge of the Addiction, Mental Health and Social Services available in the community and referral pathways
• Understanding of the etiological factors that contribute to addictions and mental health

Cornwall Community Hospital