CRISIS OUTREACH WORKER, CRISIS SERVICES - ELGIN

Direct Service - (OPSEU)
Full-Time, Contract (Ending: April 19, 2026)
Multi-Site Accountability; Elgin County Catchment Area (Elgin Zone)

WE REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post- secondary education in a related field, preferably BSW or post-graduate diploma in addiction or equivalent (primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.e. original degree/diploma or official transcript)
• Current, clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
• Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly

WE PREFER THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in clinical assessment and treatment, crisis intervention and support, relapse prevention, and client advocacy
• Broad knowledge of, and practice in, evidence-based treatment approaches to working with individuals with serious mental illness and addictions
• Competence in relevant computer applications, particularly Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Registration with a college or professional body associated with their discipline; employment experience in the mental health field;
• Employment experience in a mental health crisis support program; and knowledge of the criminal justice system and/or addictions services sector.
• Bilingual both official languages, preferred; préférence sera accordée aux candidats qui sont compétents dans les deux langues officielles du Canada
  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.

Please refer the Job description for details