SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY. ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. FULFILL YOUR PURPOSE.

Joining the Canadian Mental Health Association – Peel Dufferin Branch means you’ll be part of something meaningful. For starters, we’re honored to have received the Canadian Non-Profit Employer of Choice Award for our efforts to help people live better. Providing support and services to those who live with mental illness and addictions, we’re committed to increasing awareness and addressing the stigma surrounding mental health. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to create a diverse organization that represents the communities we serve – and the people we help.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Build client capacity, empowerment and create self-reliance
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to move clients though a continuum of services to decrease wait times
• Develop and initiate relationships with prospective clients based on trust, respect, and honesty
• Work in collaboration with the Peel Outreach Support Landlord Engagement Specialist to support successful transitions and assist with housing stability
• Support the transition of persons into housing utilizing a Critical Time Intervention Approach to Housing-Based Street Outreach. Set short and long-term goals with persons involved and create and document support plans (including Coordinated Care Plans) to reach those goals. Make additional referrals as appropriate
• Complete initial intake assessments and discharge assessments at the appropriate date(s) and other documentation as required
• Connect individuals with housing, including accompanying them to view potential housing options and being present on move-in day
• Conduct Case Conferencing with support system of persons involved in the program
• Maintain professional relationships with referral sources and other service providers
  This posting description indicates the key responsibilities and core functions of the position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities.