Job Description

Position Title:



Mental Health and Addictions Case Manager



Program or Team



Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin Primary Care Team



Location



Base Location: Barrie or Orillia as assigned, Regional work required



Supervisor



Team Lead: CAST Team Lead



Term



1.00 FTE, Permanent



Salary



$60,000 (plus applicable benefits and HOOP)

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a part of the interprofessional primary care team, the Case Manager's role is to support the development of a comprehensive supportive treatment plan, coordinate physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, and social health services, and to make appropriate referrals and linkages to community services and resources. The Case Manager provides services in a supportive, confidential, and culturally safer manner to help clients work towards their goals and access the resources they need to fully participate in their health care services.



The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to candidates of Indigenous ancestry (please self-identify in your application).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain a time-limited and goals focused case load from internal referrals sent by Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin clinicians and team members Screen clients for eligibility in case management through MWIIPCT Perform a comprehensive assessment of a client's social and community needs as they relate to a case management service Develop rapport, trust and ethical relationships with clients and stakeholders Comply with all relevant standards, policies, and legislation Demonstrate respect for client's individuality and autonomy Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of a Social Service Worker Program and 2 years experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Completion of training in case management considered an asset Completion of a Social Service Worker Program and 2 years experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Completion of training in case management considered an asset Demonstrated knowledge of health, social and community-based resources required to provide case management services Communication skills to explain the case management process to clients and collaborators including the processes of screening, assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and transitioning.

What We Offer:

Based on eligibility we provide a generous benefits package, including HOOPP, paid vacation, cultural leave, extended holidays, on-going training opportunities and the opportunity to work in a dynamic community-based environment.

Applying to this Job:

Please apply directly to this position on the Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle careers webpage at www.banac.on.ca/careers.




Applications are encouraged from qualified applicants of First Nations, Metis, Inuit ancestry (in accordance with section 24.1a of the Ontario Human Rights Act, United Nations Declarations on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), UNDRIP Action Plan, Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action).

DISCLAIMER:

This job posting indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required by the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required