Why join CMHA Kenora?

We are a team committed to our vision of mental health support for all. We offer an inclusive, innovative, and high-performance work culture that helps us deliver transformational impact.The organization cares about the growth, safety and well-beingof employees and offers:

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Comprehensive Health Benefits
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation Days
• Learning & professional development opportunities

Deadline to apply: January 7th, 2025

Mental Health Worker

Assertive Community Treatment Team

Employer: CMHA Kenora Branch

Job Title: Mental Health Worker

Work Location: Assertive Community Treatment Team

Employment Status: Full-Time, 12-Month Contract

For more information, please visit www.cmhak.on.ca

Overview:

This member of the Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) multidisciplinary team has a bachelors level degree other than a regulated health profession. He or she has the clinical skill and experience to assess, plan, develop, coordinate, and provide treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to program clients with severe and persistent mental illnesses; may have knowledge or experience in vocational rehabilitation and concurrent disorders treatment. This position reports directly to the ACT Team Leader.

Qualifications:

B.A. in a behavioural science preferred

Knowledge of mental health/illness and mental health difficulties

Assessment/ Evaluation skills

Working knowledge of community resources and agencies

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Computer literacy and recording skills

Cultural Competence for diverse populations

Valid Drivers Licence

Criminal Records Check

Certification in CPR and First Aid or willingness to obtain same

Duties:

• Adherence to all policies of the CMHA Kenora Branch
• Assurance of confidentiality of all client, personnel and organizational records and information
• Maintenance of client files and data files including updating of client information consistent with policies and procedures of the CMHA
• Participation in training and educational opportunities
• Maintenance of professional qualifications; ongoing education and skills development
• Participation in administrative and office functions
• Perform shift management as per established policies and procedures
• Provide crisis intervention, advocacy, education as indicated
• Develop and deliver a Specialist Role such as Vocational Rehabilitation, Life Skills, or other role as determined by the Team
• Provide case management for an assigned group of clients and their families. This includes providing side by side individual support to assist clients in obtaining the necessities of daily living.
• Assessment of client needs and mental status and the development of appropriate treatment plans
• Facilitate and monitor the implementation of client treatment plans
• Participate in daily staff meetings and treatment plan meetings
• Plan, structure and provide group and individual leisure time activities on evenings, weekends and holidays
• Participate on specific Committees or task or work groups as assigned by the Supervisor
• Provide a safe environment by ensuring adherences to Workplace Health and Safety Regulations and Policies, Infection Control Guidelines, WHIMIS and Safe Work Procedures; including but not limited to Fire, Disaster and Evacuation Plans
• Ensure client safety and client safety activities are emphasized throughout orientation of new staff members
• Support an environment which avoids, prevents and corrects all activities or actions which may result in an adverse outcome in the delivery of mental health services
• Responsible for self care
• Other duties as directed

How to Apply:

Please submit your cover letter and resume to: [email protected]

The Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.