Addiction And Mental Health Worker, Long Stay Residence

Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Long-Stay Residence

Part-Time, Permanent (Two positions are available)

London, Ontario

• Application Deadline: May 11, 2023 -

We believe in community. When individuals are experiencing complex mental health or addictions needs, we believe that the community setting and supports can offer an alternative pathway for recovery, without the need for hospitalization.

Our Long-Stay Residence provides people who have been hospitalized, or are at risk of hospitalization, with an opportunity to live in the community by providing a housing option that balances their need for support with as much independence as possible in a home-like setting. As a member of this team you will support clients with their physical and mental health/addiction support needs by providing personal care, teaching life skills and coping strategies, and working with clients to better connect them with their social supports and their community.

Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months. Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 2 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC.

Consider revitalizing your career and make a difference in your community by joining our team!

WHAT WE'RE OFFERING:

What you'll be making -$22.33 to $25.71 per hour, based on proof of comparable previous experience.

What you'll work - 30 hours over two-week period, inclusive of days, afternoons, evenings and weekends.

Our Pension Plan - Eligible for immediate enrollment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).

PLSRTA Notice: This posting characterizes this position as currently non-union. However, please be aware that at the organization on September 29, 2022, a vote was held as a result of an application by the Organization under the Public Sector Labour Relations Transition Act. The result was that employees voted to award OPSEU bargaining rights for all employees. Until such time as a new collective agreement is finalized, current terms and conditions of employment and existing, applicable collective agreements, if any, will remain in force and effect.

HOW YOU'LL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE:

• Assist clients to maintain good personal hygiene which may include but is not limited to bathing, dressing and continence care
• Assist and coach clients in the learning and management of activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, daily chores, budgeting, socialization, etc.
• Assess and build on client’s strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences and resources
• Motivate and support clients to work towards achievement of their goals
• Advocate for, and support, clients in accessing community resources
• Assist clients with elimination and toileting
• Maintain open communication with client's professional and natural supports in regards to their rehabilitation
• Provide recreational community outings and activities to enhance clients’ quality of life and provide further connection to the community
• Medication monitoring and education; support with medication routines; completion of Medication Reconciliation procedure
• Regularly solicit feedback from clients and relevant community supports regarding clients’ mental health and progress towards their goals
• Support with meal preparation and prepare meals for clients; this includes grocery shopping and menu planning
• Perform routine housekeeping tasks for a safe and comfortable environment for the clients
• Crisis prevention and intervention to ensure a safe environment for clients and staff
• Support clients with physical and mental health concerns, and liaise with clinical staff
• Ensure effective communication with manager, staff team, and external treatment teams concerning clients’ progress and care
• Health teaching about mental illness and symptom management
• Facilitate and implement resident meetings, small groups and activities

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY:

Vaccination Requirements

CMHA Thames Valley Addiction & Mental Health Services requires that all staff members be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, with the rare exemption of those individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to permitted approved exemptions (medical reasons or religious grounds as recognized in the Ontario Human Rights Code). Proof of full vaccination or approval of exemption, will be required; further details will be provided to those candidates moving forward in the recruitment process.

Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements

Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months. Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 2 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC.

We require these qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in a health or social service field of study; education as a Personal Support Worker, Development Service Worker or Registered Practical Nurse and/or experience in providing personal care is strongly preferred (primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.e. original degree/diploma or official transcript)
• Current Driver’s License
• Ability to attend work regularly
• Access to a vehicle and insurance adequate for transporting clients

We prefer these qualifications:

• Bilingual both official languages, preferred; préférence sera accordée aux candidats qui sont compétents dans les deux langues officielles du Canada
• Knowledge of computerized documentation methods
• Experience working in a residence setting
• Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation
• Knowledge of psychiatric medications
• Crisis intervention and prevention
• First Aid / CPR
• Health and safety knowledge
• Applied Suicide Interventions Skills and Training (ASIST)
• Knowledge of community resources

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: To be considered as an internal applicant, current staff members are reminded to apply using their @cmhatv.ca or @slwar.ca email address.

Submit your application by - May 11, 2023:

Our recruitment process allows us to learn about your previous work experience, your qualifications and your commitment to fulfilling our vision. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those individuals being considered for a position will be personally contacted by someone from the interview team.

We welcome and encourage applications from all members of our community including persons of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of visible minorities. If you require accommodations related to a disability at any point during the recruitment process, please contact

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