Job Description

Support your community. Advance your career. Fulfill your purpose

Joining the Canadian Mental Health Association - Peel Dufferin Branch means you'll be part of something meaningful. For starters, we're honored to have received the Canadian Non-Profit Employer of Choice Award for our efforts to help people live better. Providing support and services to those who live with mental illness and addictions, we're committed to increasing awareness and addressing the stigma surrounding mental health. That's why we've made it a priority to create a diverse organization that represents the communities we serve - and the people we help.

What We Offer

As a community-based agency, we're dedicated to the mental, physical, and social health of everyone - including our team members. That's why we're proud to offer a total rewards package that helps our employees balance their professional and home life. You'll also be empowered to keep learning new skills and reaching your goals - from developing a career growth plan to participating in training sessions.





In addition to competitive benefits like health, dental and EFAP we offer our team members the following perks:




2 weeks accrued vacation + 1 flexible day each year Up to 18 sick days accrued per year HOOPP Pension Plan enrollment Ongoing professional development plus $250 (pro-rated) annual funding for continuing education and certifications $350 (pro-rated) annual allowance to invest in achieving your personal wellness goals Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel

We are currently seeking a Community Support Worker - HASP (Housing and Support Peel) to join our team.

The incumbent will link with and assist persons with serious mental illness who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and who are eligible for referral to Phase II funded units from Supportive Housing in the Province (SHIP); once the client is housed, the worker will provide the necessary community support in order to maintain housing. Additionally, they will provide discharge planning services and assist in the reintegration/integration of recently released individuals into their home community or community of choice.

Status:

Contract full-time until March 2026, 37.5 hours per week.

Salary:

$61,201.01 - $72,001.19 annually (Candidate qualifications will be considered when determining the starting salary)

Location:

This position will be based out of the 60 West Drive, Brampton, Ontario office, with opportunities for occasional remote work.





Note, this posting is for an active vacancy.

What you will do

Provide case management services to a case load of clients Assess the client's need for supportive housing, and their eligibility for access to units provided within the Housing and Support Peel Program Facilitate the client's move into their supportive housing unit, as needed Establish appropriate rehabilitation goals and assist the client in reaching them Provide crisis intervention, when necessary Refer and link clients to appropriate programs Provide ongoing supportive counseling and case management, when appropriate Provide support specific to life skills, daily living skills, conflict resolution, crisis intervention and prevention, budgeting assistance, community integration and community building Educate community agencies and institutions regarding mental health discharge planning services. In collaboration with institutional staff, develop relevant policies and procedures for the discharge planning services. Conduct case conferences/consultation with treatment providers, including physicians, other community organizations and other significant persons, as deemed appropriate Establish and maintain working relationships with Institutional Social Workers, Probation Officers, Consulting Psychiatrists, Institutional Personnel, community agencies and schedule 1 hospitals Respectfully advocate on behalf of clients, maintain current knowledge of various linkages with community resources Maintain effective and timely documentation and client records Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings and in regular supervision including annual performance appraisal with the Program Manager Participate as a full member of HASP team Provide the court support function to clients as directed

What you need to join our team

University degree or College Diploma in Social Work or Social Services. BSW preferred Regulated Health Professional designation is an asset At least 3 years of relevant case management experience is required in a community mental health setting Some experience required working with clients in the Criminal Justice System Working knowledge of the Forensic Mental Health System in Ontario, Criminal Justice System, and Recovery principles Demonstrated ability to perform risk, need and psychosocial assessments Demonstrated ability to work independently in a multi-task environment and to prioritize tasks in a manner that meets client needs and program objectives Ability to communicate in both verbal and written form with professionals from a variety of disciplines (i.e. medical, legal Knowledge of CRMS and OCAN is an asset Training in ASIST, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and Crisis Response is an asset Knowledge of French or any other second language that reflects the diversity of Peel Region is an asset Current CPR/First Aid certification Valid driver's license, automobile in good repair and insurance coverage as required by agency policy Proof of administered full-series Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date. If unable to be vaccinated for reasons relating to protected grounds under the Code, completed medical or religious exemption must be provided Satisfactory records search and vulnerable sector screening




At the Canadian Mental Health Association - Peel Dufferin Branch, we provide a wide array of community services, resources, and care for people with mental illness. In your role, you'll not only assist people who are struggling, you'll help them return to good health and reintegrate into the community. In everything we do, we work together to make the world a better place - one person at a time.

Apply Now and EMPOWER your career

Deadline to apply: Monday September 29th 2025 at 4pm

At the Canadian Mental Health Association - Peel Dufferin Branch, we provide a wide array of community services, resources, and care for people with mental illness. In your role, you'll not only assist people who are struggling, you'll help them return to good health and reintegrate into the community. In everything we do, we work together to make the world a better place - one person at a time.

Apply Now and EMPOWER your career

CMHA Peel Dufferin strives to be an equitable employer. We are committed to supporting inclusive recruitment and selection processes, work environments and a qualified workforce reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We acknowledge that removing existing barriers and preventing new barriers is required to foster dignity and independence for people of all ages, genders, cultures, and abilities. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to, First Nations, Inuit, Metis, and Urban Indigenous (FNIMUI) populations, ethno-racial communities, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, women and gender diverse people, low-income communities, and all equity-deserving groups.*




2SLGBTQIA+ (Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, and a range of gender and sexual diversity categories not listed).*

Accessibility Statement

When contacted by CMHA Peel Dufferin for a career opportunity, please advise the People and Culture Department of any accommodation needs that may make your experience through the recruitment process more comfortable. We are committed to working with you to meet these needs by providing reasonable accommodations, ensuring you have access to a fair and equitable process. We are continuously working to improve our accessibility practices and welcome any feedback or suggestions on how we can better accommodate candidates with accessibility needs. Should you have feedback, please email us at HRrecords@cmhapeel.ca

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment



To streamline our recruitment process, we utilize an applicant tracking system (ATS) to manage and organize applications. While the ATS aids in efficiency, the essential review and evaluation of candidates is carried out by members of our People and Culture team. This approach ensures a personalized assessment that allows us to gain a comprehensive view of a candidate's experience, skills and potential. AI is not used to make any decisions in our recruitment process.

Next Steps




We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. We retain all applications submitted for one (1) year after the closing date of the posting for consideration in future career opportunities.