At Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace is one where all employees, volunteers, students and clients, whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, creed (religion), national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education or disability or any protected ground under the Human Rights Code, feel valued and respected. We are committed to a non-discriminatory and unbiased approach to inclusion including practice, environment and communication channels. We respect and value diverse life experiences and cultures and work to ensure that all voices are valued and heard. Reporting to the Manager of Specialized Services, the incumbent will be responsible for the following functions: \xc2\xb7 Conducting and completing the detailed Community Mental Health Assessment and SBAR notes for individuals referred; \xc2\xb7 Assessing, screening, referring and linking individuals to internal CMHA services or alternate community resources; \xc2\xb7 Compiling and gathering collateral information; \xc2\xb7 Participating in Case Disposition meetings as needed to determine outcomes for individuals referred to the Agency; \xc2\xb7 Consulting with the Mental Health First Response Team to prioritize individuals awaiting service; \xc2\xb7 Communicating and coordinating relevant information with Agency staff; \xc2\xb7 Attend as needed weekly psychiatry rounds; \xc2\xb7 Providing intervention and brief solution focused therapy support to individuals experiencing a psychiatric crisis (intervention may be via telephone or by personal contact); \xc2\xb7 Providing a quick response to urgent situations that arise; \xc2\xb7 Linking individuals with urgent needs to immediate resources (ie securing food resources, financial assistance, and housing). Qualifications: Education required: \xc2\xb7 Post-secondary degree in Social Work from an accredited university with current registration with the O.C.S.W.S.S.W; a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse with current registration with the C.NO. (Preference to those with Canadian Certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing); Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree with a Social Service Worker Diploma and a current registration with the O.C.S.W.S.S.W; or a post-secondary degree with a relevant professional registration and/or Grandfathered Post-Secondary Degree. \xc2\xb7 Experience and a detailed knowledge of serious mental illness, usually gained by several years of working with this population. \xc2\xb7 Valid Ontario Driver\xe2\x80\x99s Licence and access to a vehicle are required. \xc2\xb7 Preference will be given to a qualified candidate who is proficient in both official languages. Hours of Work: 35 hours/week 9:00am-5:30pm. Flexible hours are required to meet the position requirements Salary: Commensurate with experience within the range: $52,864 - $75,242, inclusive of HOOPP. Applicants should submit a covering letter and resume by Tuesday April 11th 2023 to; Jessica Anderson, Human Resource Generalist Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent Branch 210 Lochiel St Sarnia, Ontario N7T 4C7 Only applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted. Please reference Job Posting: #19-2023 As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Human Resources Department. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. This information is available in an alternative format upon request, to accommodate individuals with a disability. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted for an interview, please inform us should accommodation be required. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $52,864.00-$75,242.00 per year Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All covid-19 related safety measures are in place Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2023-04-11