Case Manager at Canadian Mental Health Association Toronto Branch

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jul, 26

Salary

60203.0

Posted On

06 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case management, Crisis intervention, Assessment, Service planning, Mental health support, Addictions services, Advocacy, Goal planning, Documentation, Communication, Interpersonal skills, Anti-oppression practice, Time management, Teamwork, Concurrent disorders knowledge

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

CASE MANAGER – SHORT STAY CRISIS BEDS PROGRAM (FULL-TIME CONTRACT – 3 MONTHS) ---------------------------------------- THE ROLE AND OPPORTUNITY The Canadian Mental Health Association Toronto offers intensive case management services as part of the continuum of mental health services and supports for people with mental illness. We are currently seeking a full-time contract Case Manager for our Short Stay Crisis Beds program. The Short Stay Crisis Beds program provides 24-hour on-site residential support and short-term case management services to individuals living with mental illness who have been involved with the criminal justice system. The Case Manager will offer onsite support to clients as well as community-based services and interventions. Canadian Mental Health Association [https://cmha.ca/](CMHA) is the most established and extensive community mental health organization in Canada. We identify and respond to Canada’s most pressing mental health priorities. At the national level, we push for nationwide system and policy change. At the community level, millions of people in Canada rely on CMHA’s extensive grassroots presence. Since 1918, CMHA has grown to provide mental health services and supports across Canada in over 330 communities. CMHA Toronto was [https://toronto.cmha.ca/], established in 1953. CMHA Toronto proudly provides services to over 10,000 clients per year, in 31 programs at 13 locations across the City of Toronto. Our services are delivered by a passionate and diverse team. Join us in providing high quality mental health and addictions services, advocating for a better mental health system, and providing education and mental health supports to clients across Toronto. RESPONSIBILITIES * Program outreach and assessment * Orientation to program, agency and community * Client-centered engagement, service provision and interventions * Crisis prevention and intervention * Skill development and goal planning * Providing resources, rights information and advocacy * Maintaining a trusting, respectful and collaborative working relationship * Monitoring, evaluation and follow-up * Accurate, timely documentation * Some coordination of site maintenance duties may be required SKILLS YOU BRING The successful candidate will possess the following: * Minimum undergraduate degree/diploma in Social Work/Social Science or related field * A minimum of 3 years full-time experience in direct service delivery to adults with psychiatric disabilities * Strong assessment, service planning and crisis intervention skills * Work experience and knowledge of concurrent disorders, homelessness, recovery principles and the criminal justice system as it relates to mental health * Strong organizational and time management skills * Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment * Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills * Ability to demonstrate an anti-oppression approach to practice A valid Ontario driver’s license is required. Successful applicant must have access to a car and insurance for workplace use. The candidate will also have strong written and oral communication skills and understanding of recovery principles as they relate to individuals with mental illness. The candidate will bring experience working with diverse communities and the ability to demonstrate a non-homophobic, anti-oppression and anti-racism approach. WHY CHOOSE CMHA TORONTO? If you care about mental illness and mental health and you have the right skills, then CMHA Toronto may be the place for you. We have a positive and fair workplace culture, where staff are provided with opportunities for learning and advancement. We are also big believers in wellness and work-life balance. Our benefits include: * Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), a predictable, secure monthly income upon retirement * Work-life balance and flexibility – to ensure you have time for the things that matter to you * Work with like-minded, passionate individuals and make an impact on mental health service delivery * Build genuine and authentic connections, with colleagues and clients, with the goal of making a difference Salary: $54,943 - $60,203 + 4% in lieu of vacation Work Location: 940 Wilson Ave. CMHA Toronto is committed to promoting a workplace culture of inclusion, openness, mutual respect, and a ‘no blame and accountable’ environment. Our staff report that they value the flexibility in work schedules and the work-life balance CMHA Toronto encourages. They appreciate the training and development opportunities provided to staff and the encouragement for continuous learning. Staff often comment on the sense of family and personal support that exists throughout the organization. CMHA Toronto is committed to an equitable, diverse, inclusive, anti-racist and anti-oppressive workforce reflecting the diversity of the communities within which we work and is an equal opportunity employer. As such, we encourage equity-seeking candidates to apply, especially those who identify as black, Indigenous, people and women of colour, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ or women. We recognize and honour the intersectionality of equity-based identities. Personal experience with mental health issues, either through self or a loved one, is an asset. If you are contacted by our offices regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview should you require any accommodation. To be eligible for this role candidates will be required to adhere to our COVID-19 policy and provide proof of vaccination. Important Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process. This posting is for an existing vacancy. CMHA Toronto thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Responsibilities

The Case Manager provides 24-hour on-site residential support and community-based interventions for individuals with mental illness involved in the criminal justice system. Responsibilities include program outreach, crisis prevention, goal planning, and maintaining accurate documentation.