Care Support Assistant - Permanent Part Time

Part-time Permanent

Mental Health and Addictions

31.3225 to $32.5022 per hour
As per CUPE LOCAL 822 Collective Agreement

LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Under the direction of the LWDH Program Manager or designate, the Prevention Support Worker (PRSW) provides support to individuals and families who are affected by the stigma and reality of mental health and substance use disorder (SUD). All services provided must be consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Values of Lake of the Woods District Hospital (LWDH).
The Prevention Support Worker must maintain a safe working environment for themselves, co-workers and clients.

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
Pay in lieu of vacation and benefits provided
A third party partnered, self-directed and initiated benefits package through Health Care Providers (HCP) Group Insurance is provided that includes customizable health and dental plans, life insurance, long-term disability benefits (LTD), and accidental death, disease and dismemberment (ADD&D) based on package eligibility
Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, an employee perks program, and much more!

A Social Services/Health Care College Certificate, and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required
Must possess a broad knowledge of community resources and the ability to strongly advocate for people and make professional referrals
Understands harm reduction framework and demonstrated ability to support complex needs around this
Excellent written and documentation skills, including documentation in Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Able to mediate and negotiate situations and possesses de-escalation skills (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training (CPI)
Proven computer proficiency to facilitate the use of automated assessment tools and Microsoft products
Understanding of data collection for the purposes of statistical reporting and quality improvement
Naloxone training required to be completed during orientation
Knowledge of the Ojibway language and culture would be considered an asset
A valid First Aid/CPR Certificate is mandatory
Current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check

LWDH is a proud and active partner in the All Nations Health Partners Ontario Health Team, working collaboratively towards the development of a seamless, patient-centre healthcare system. LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.
We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993).