Temporary Full Time-Community Mental Health Worker- HOMES Mobile

Rate of Pay: $29.75 /hour - $34.30 /hour (Starting salary will be determined by factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions)Reason For Posting: The posting is for an existing vacancy.Who We Are At Good Shepherd, we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd, visit our website at opportunity is with our Good Shepherd – HOMES ProgramHow You Will Make an ImpactThe HOMES program provides supportive housing to persons who have been homeless and are living with a mental illness. Team members support tenants in scattered apartment units throughout the city to reach personal goals and to have a satisfying and meaningful life in the community. Responsible for assessment, planning, crisis prevention and intervention, supportive counselling, education, advocacy, conflict resolution between tenants and landlordsFacilitating social interaction and community integrationProvide linkages with other community servicesProvide primary support to individuals and support their recovery planningSome opportunities include work done in the community and in tenant apartments, with constant driving required for Mobile TeamObserve all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulationsMust be willing and able to assist in a hands-on capacity with tenantsWhat You'll Bring to Our TeamPrimary case management and community development skills acquired through a post-secondary education in social work, registered practical nurse or other human service fieldMinimum of five years' experience in mental health in a community-based settingWorked in an outreach/mobile atmosphere is an assetKnowledge of community resources, the forensic system and the social and environmental determinants of healthDemonstrated cultural sensitivityMust have recovery orientation and consumer-driven style of practiceSome positions require a valid driver's license (for our Mobile Team) and must be willing to use personal vehicle at work and acquire appropriate insuranceTime management skills are necessary in a high energy, changing environmentIndividual and team problem-solving capability is essentialPro-active approach to service provisionCommitted to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good ShepherdFluency in a language in addition to English is an assetWhat We OfferBe a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITYSupport for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTStaff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphereMake a difference and provide HOPEExtended Health BenefitsJoin our team and be part of a group that values hard work, dedication, and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone.Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources at Show phone number. 

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