Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Supportive Housing

CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services • Strathroy-Caradoc • 1w ago

Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Supportive Housing (Strathroy) Direct Service (OPSEU) Full-Time, Contract (Ending: March 31, 2026) Strathroy, Ontario (Middlesex Zone)

Application Deadline: November 4, 2025- The Addiction and Mental Health Worker (AMHW) will perform duties and responsibilities consistent with providing a psychosocial environment to assist with the rehabilitation and community integration of individuals in the Strathroy Supportive Housing Program. The AMHW will support individuals who experience persistent and chronic homelessness with a focus on supporting them to achieve housing stability. This role works collaboratively with the Housing Team in consultation with the Manager of Supportive Housing. Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months. Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 2 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC. Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team! WHAT WE'RE OFFERING: What you'll be making - Starting rate for this role is $27.14 per hour (Level 1 – Direct Service), with a wage differential, based on regulation ($30.01 per hour for Level 1 – Direct Service, Regulated): Successful candidates who are registered with one of the designated professional colleges (e.g. OCSWSSW, CNO, COTO, CRPO, CPSO, or CPO) will receive the wage differential for regulation Successful external applicants will start at Level 1, with grid progression based on seniority up to Level 8 ($34.41 per hour for non-regulated, and $37.26 per hour for regulated) For internal applicants, grid level placement will occur as per the Collective Agreement When you'll work - 70 hours over two-week period, Monday to Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm What your benefits will be - 9% in lieu of benefits Your pension plan – Immediately eligible for optional enrolment in Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Designated Primary Worker for individuals assigned to the Supportive Hosing Caseload Ensure individual's electronic record and paper file is complete and up to date Ensure individuals' needs are being met and that each individual is supported to maintain housing Provide updates on individuals-served at team meetings Direct Service Support individuals to secure housing of their choice Provide intensive support including regular, continuous contact with the individual for three months, and ongoing support as needed Provide light to moderate level support for individuals residing in the Supportive Shared Living program Support the Middlesex Accommodation Program (MAP) as needed Support landlords as necessary in conjunction with the individual-served, provision of landlord mediation Motivate and support individuals to work towards achievement of their needs and/or goals Create or update Crisis Plan Assist and coach individuals in the learning and management/achievement of activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, chores, budgeting, socialization, etc. alongside them in their apartment or shared living unit Advocate, refer and connect individuals with appropriate services, supports, and resources (formal and informal) based on their needs. Support individuals with physical and mental health concerns, and liaise with clinical staff Coordinate recreational community outings and activities to enhance individuals’ quality of life and further connect individuals to their community Champion each individual’s capacity for independent community living Provide health teaching about mental illness and symptom management Assist individuals to successfully remain in the apartment or shared living unit, providing prevention and diversion strategies to avoid homelessness Crisis prevention and intervention, reduce the utilization of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Emergency Room (ER) visits, days in hospital, days incarcerated Assessment and Goal Planning Assess individuals’ strengths, abilities, needs and preferences Assess social and environmental factors impacting the individual, and any vulnerability and risk factors Include and encourage individuals’ natural supports (e.g. Family, significant friends) in goal planning, clarifying the roles each plays towards each individual’s rehabilitation as appropriate Regularly solicit feedback from the individual-served and relevant community supports regarding the individual’s mental health and progress towards his/her goals Completion of Mental Health Status Exams within the first month of individual’s admission, and subsequently at a minimum of every 3 months or more frequently if change is noted Communication and Decision Making Maintain open communication with individual’s professional and natural supports in regards to individual’s rehabilitation Make decisions both independently and collaboratively Complete required individual documentation as per organization standards Complete other required documentation (e.g. monthly time sheets, vacations requests, education requests, travel claims, expense claims) within the required time frames Provide input into decisions with the Manager concerning operations of the program, policies of the organization and accreditation standards in consultation with the Manager of Supportive Independent Living. Ensure effective communication with Director, Manager, case management team, and external treatment teams concerning each individual’s progress Identify, promote resolution, and management of all emergency situations concerning individuals, staff, and property Knowledge of issues pertaining to individual confidentiality, such as the shared Common Individual Record (CCR) and consent to release personal information process to ensure individual’s confidentiality is maintained at all times Other duties as required WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY: Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months. Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 2 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC. We require the following qualifications: University/college degree or diploma in the social science field (primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.e. original degree/diploma or official transcript) Valid Driver’s licence and adequate insurance for occasional transportation of clients Clear, current Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly We prefer the following qualifications: 1 year of work experience in the mental health field Experience working with homeless/marginalized populations Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Harm Reduction model Residential experience Knowledge of psychiatric medications Knowledge of community resources Knowledge of computerized documentation methods Health and safety knowledge Crisis intervention and prevention Applied Suicide Interventions Skills and Training First Aid / CPR Valid driver’s license and occasional access to a vehicle, with adequate insurance coverage to meet job requirements 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.

Get your application in by – November 4, 2025: Our recruitment process allows us to learn about your previous work experience, your qualifications and your commitment to fulfilling our vision. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those individuals being considered for a position will be personally contacted by someone from the interview team. We welcome and encourage applications from all members of our community including persons of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of visible minorities. If you require accommodations related to a disability at any point during the recruitment process, please contact Human.Resources@cmhatv.ca

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