ABOUT US:

The Canadian Mental Health Association Hastings Prince Edward (CMHA HPE) provides a wide range of services and programs to support individuals aged 16 and older in achieving their mental health and addiction recovery goals. Committed to promoting mental wellness and resilience, CMHA HPE offers crisis intervention, addiction services, and mental health support, ensuring everyone in the community has access to the resources they need to feel well. By fostering inclusive and supportive environments, CMHA HPE empowers individuals to lead fulfilling and healthy lives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Two years relevant/recent experience providing services to individuals who live with a serious mental illness and substance use issues, in a community setting, preferred.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR.
• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, an asset.
• Experience working within a case management model, preferred.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply discipline-specific principles and practices to individuals who live with a serious mental illness, within a client-centred approach.
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of mental health symptoms, issues, psychotropic medications and associated side effects.
• In-depth knowledge of substance use issues and treatment.
• Knowledge of and ability to incorporate best practices in community support for individuals living with a serious mental illness.
• Demonstrated assessment and crisis intervention skills with broad knowledge of emergency mental health and crisis stabilization.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
• Ability to effectively utilize community resources and supports to meet the needs of individuals.
• Ability to work under pressure within a changing environment.
• Working knowledge of the Health Care Consent Act, Mental Health Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act, and other relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage community services and individuals, increasing awareness of services.
• Well-developed problem-solving, prioritization, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Basic computer skills in the use of database, word processing, spreadsheet, and communication applications; MS Office preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, and weekends
• Ability to travel between agency work sites and to community meetings.
• Must possess a valid Ontario Driver’s License and have regular access to a reliable vehicle and provide proof of adequate vehicle insurance.
• Required to provide a satisfactory criminal reference check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector prior to hire.

Please refer the Job description for details