Stonehenge Therapeutic Community provides a range of residential and community-based treatment services to individuals struggling with addiction and concurrent mental health issues. We recognize the role that trauma, marginalization, and oppression play in impacting the wellbeing of those we serve. Grounded in the Therapeutic Community model of treatment, the agency is committed to taking the journey together and supporting those with whom we work to grow, thrive, and contribute to society.

"We believe that every individual has the capacity to grow and contribute to society"

About the Role:

The Supportive Housing pillar of service provides a variety of long-term and transitional affordable housing solutions with flexible and voluntary support services offered to support high-acuity individuals who are homeless with housing retention and independent living. The Supportive Addiction and Mental Health Housing (SAMH) program provides scattered and transitional housing options in collaboration with CMHA and the County of Wellington.

As a member of the Clinical Leadership Team, the Clinical Supervisor SAMH is accountable for providing clinical direction and oversight, program planning, programming, recruitment support, and direct supervision of staff in the Supportive Housing pillar of service. The Clinical Supervisor will participate in the leadership on-call rotation. Previous experience with supportive housing interventions is essential to this role; experience in community based work is an asset.

Role Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: Guelph-Wellington
Number of Vacancies: 1

Hours of Work:

• Monday to Friday (days), with evening and weekend and evening work required on a rotational/regular to supervise and support staff teams
• Participation in a mandatory clinical on call rotation is also required, as a shared responsibility of the Clinical Leadership team

Why Work for Stonehenge?

• Enhanced vacation entitlement for all staff
• Excellent health/dental benefits (no employee co-pay)
• Paid wellness days
• RRSP matching incentive
• Employee and Family Assistance Program available
• Stonehenge is proud to be a learning environment - professional development opportunities available

Qualifications:

• Completion of a BSW or other University Degree relevant to mental health, addiction or Social Services
• Minimum of 1 years direct clinical work with individuals experiencing addiction and concurrent mental health issues required
• Registration with a professional college (i.e. OCSWSSW or CRPO) required
• Previous experience in supportive housing interventions mandatory
• Experience providing clinical supervision and team leadership
• Strong knowledge of substance use theory and practice, withdrawal management, peer-based service delivery, and current best practices particularly concurrent and trauma-informed
• Experience in community-based work a strong asset; Experience in Supportive Housing a strong asset
• Knowledge of ABI, developmental issues, medical complexity an asset
• Lived experience related to addictions and/or mental health an asset
• Certified Addictions Counsellor or equivalent would be an asset
• CSC Clearance conducted by PWGS Canada
• Standard First Aid/CPR Level C
• Valid G drivers license and Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
• Own transportation/reliable vehicle required
• Flexible schedule as required to support program delivery
• Must be able to attend work (travel to Continuous Care Centres) within an hour of notification, when on call
  

Role Responsibilities:

Leadership and Supervision:

• Take a leadership role in ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of the services within the Supportive Housing Portfolio
  Provide direct supervision to staff in the SAMH Permanent and Transitional Supportive Hosing Program
• Supporting professional development of staff through routine supervision
• Providing coaching, feedback, mentoring, and targeted use of supervision as required
• Complete probationary and annual performance appraisals for all supervisees in consultation with Clinical Manager Supportive Housing
  Administrative management including oversight of case noting, service events, reporting and target achievement
  Provide oversight of the daily operations of the SAMH Permanent and transitional Supportive Housing Program as directed by the Clinical Manager
  Participate in new staff recruitment in conjunction with the Clinical Manager
• Orient and support new staff in understanding role and responsibilities
  Actively cultivate high performance teams, supporting and enhancing a culture of openness, accountability, and mutual respect within and across teams
• Guide clinical decision-making and manage high-risk situations in partnership with the Clinical Manager
• Provide on call support on off hours on a rotational basis as required, to all STC services
  Participate in all team meetings; Facilitate monthly meetings for the Staff Team
  Attend Clinical Leadership Team meetings, Supervisor Team meetings, and support program and organizational development
  
• Participate in a support/development plan; Provide coverage for the Clinical Manager during short term absences (holiday coverage, etc.); take on necessary responsibilities and support agency and program decision making
• Support staff in utilizing a TC approach to decision making and interventions
  
• Work alongside the STC Leadership Team, while utilizing the TC approach, to support program development
• Work alongside Leadership and Joint Health and Safety committee to ensure program and location safety
• Participate in Clinical Leadership On-call rotation
• Build and maintain high performance teams
• Guide decision-making and manage high-risk situations

Collaboration with External Partners

• Build strong relationships with all community partners, attending meetings and representing STC as required
• Support staff in utilizing a trauma-informed and harm reduction approach to decision making and interventions
• Work alongside the STC Leadership Team, while utilizing the trauma-informed and harm reduction approach, to support program development

Administrative

• Complete regular clinical file audits
• Support team members with the utilization of Agency platforms (EMR platforms, ATS, Payroll and Communication tools)
• Maintain thorough and accurate notes and files
• Participate in quality assurance processes such as accreditation and the implementation of outcome measurement tools and reporting of results (i.e. client satisfaction surveys, retention results, etc.)
• Sign off hours for electronic payroll

Applications will be accepted until April 18, 2025 at 4pm.

We look forward to meeting you!

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community accommodates the needs of applicants throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Human Rights legislation. Should you require it, accommodation can be made at any point, upon request.
Stonehenge Therapeutic Community recognizes that diversity strengthens our community. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. We believe in equitable opportunities for all and encourage cultural diversity as part of the recruitment and selection processes. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to enrich our collective growth and learning.