Job Description

Position Title: Mental Health Navigator Reports To: Executive Director Position Summary
The Mental Health Navigator position is full time (37.5 hours per week) working in Listowel and Wingham. The contract will start ASAP and go until March 31, 2023 with the possibility of extension. The Mental Health Navigator is responsible for working with physicians, the Family Health Team and community partners to support individuals with mental health issues to access the appropriate care and/or social services. The Mental Health Worker/Social Worker will communicate with other mental health agencies in the community to ensure that patients are referred to appropriate programs and services. Duties and Responsibilities
Operational a) Provide Intake and initial assessment of patients\xe2\x80\x99 mental health and social needs; determine the most appropriate support plan in collaboration with the patient and other care providers. b) Provide brief, solution-focused counselling to patients and families, as needed. c) Provide practical assistance to patients in identifying and navigating community-based mental health and support resources. d) Work collaboratively with NP-NH Mental Health Clinicians and other agencies for collaborative care planning and facilitating smooth transitions. e) Facilitate groups as needed. f) Support the use of progress and outcome measurement tools that other members of the Family Health Team can use to assess the mental health condition of patients. g) Create and/or update patient charts to document patient progress. h) Maintain a working knowledge of current mental health groups, opportunities, and agencies in the Huron-Perth and surrounding area i) Prepare documents, records, and reports as required. Health and Safety a) Personally comply with and assume appropriate supervisory responsibility for compliance with all health and safety practices in the organization; in accordance with policies, standard operating procedures/guidelines, and the Occupational Health & Safety Act and applicable regulations. b) Promote and support a culture of patient safety and advocacy. Other a) Comply with all policies and procedures of North Perth-North Huron Family Health Team. b) Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Education, Skills and Experience
Education/Training/Certifications:

• Master\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in Social Work, Psychology preferred, or equivalent education/experience
• Registration with a college whose members are eligible to practice psychotherapy under the

Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 (e.g. OCSWSSW, CRPO, CNO, COTO) is preferred Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough working knowledge of social work and patient centred care.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Exceptional organizational and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate tact and discretion in handling confidential and/or sensitive matters; maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office applications.
• Ability to effectively foster good rapport and cooperative working relationships; and to champion the corporate mission and values.

Demands and Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in a standard office setting. Extensive computer work including, keyboarding, concentration, data entry, and sitting for extended periods of time, is required. The Mental Health Navigator is required to make decisions and solve problems using judgement and interpretation. Frequently exposed to human suffering and loss of life. Interaction with clients that may exhibit violent or harassing behaviour, have special needs, or mental illness. Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract Salary: $64,500.00-$74,500.00 per year Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Listowel, ON Application deadline: 2023-01-16