After Hours Coordinator, Supportive Housing
Full-Time, Permanent (Benefitted)
London, Ontario (London Zone)
- Application Deadline: November 19, 2025 -
The Coordinator, After Hours is a unique position that will be part of the Supportive Housing Department. The Coordinator, After Hours (AH) will support our staffed Supportive Housing locations. This would also include any afterhours programs through Community Services if applicable. This position works collaboratively and in conjunction with other members of the After-Hours Leadership Team that are assigned to different departments and program areas.
The Coordinator, After Hours is responsible for providing visible in-person support leadership for our 24/7 and extended hours programs and services.
The Coordinator, After Hours supports the On-Call team and the Critical Incident Debriefing Team in emergency situations such as a client death, fire, traumatic community event, etc. however this would not be their primary function or role.
Primary working location will vary across the Thames Valley region, depending on which programs require support.
The Coordinator role is above the rank of Team Lead / Team Leader and will perform duties and responsibilities consistent with supporting teams in providing a psychosocial model of care to assist with the rehabilitation and community integration of clients. This role will include duties and responsibilities that support program Managers and Directors with the management of the day-to-day program functions, providing direction and supervision to Team Lead / Team Leader (if any), direct service staff, and for supporting the administrative and staffing requirements in program(s).
The Coordinator will not carry a client case load and will only perform direct service work in emergency situations, or in support of a direct service staff member.
Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team!
WHAT WE'RE OFFERING:
What you'll be making - $31.76 to $39.01 per hour
The above are initial rates; with grid increases as per policy
Internal staff members will be placed on the appropriate grid based on their current rate of pay, up to Level 8 of the grid
When you'll work - 70 hours biweekly; Afternoons/Evenings (including weekends)
Your pension plan –Immediately enrolled in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
What your benefits will be – After a 90-day waiting period, will be enrolled in extended healthcare benefits
HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE:
Support of Direct Service Team:
Ensures familiarity of all 24/7 programs and services, as well as those programs and services that function with extended-hours
Works collaboratively with the Housing, Withdrawal Management, and Crisis & Access Leadership teams
Provides in person check-ins to our staffed supportive housing locations (including impromptu visits) on a daily basis
Identifies after-hours service needs / gaps
Assists in the resolution of scheduling issues that may come up during working shifts to ensure adequate staffing coverage, which may include redeploying staff as needed to ensure the smooth functioning of each program
Addresses after-hours complaints from other staff, clients, community partners and the public, as necessary
Assists Manager(s) with organizing and directing the day-to-day work of staff, including program tasks and the distribution of work amongst staff members
Builds relationships with staff members to support collaboration, well-being, program improvement, and a positive work environment
Monitors team dynamics and well-being; consults with the Manager(s) to address concerns Addresses questions and concerns from staff members, consulting with the Manager(s) as needed
Shares feedback with staff members in a manner that is constructive, respectful, and client-centered
Consults with Manager(s) to address performance issues
Assists with performance reviews for staff members, as assigned by the Manager(s)
Acts as a resource to staff members regarding challenging clients, clinical approaches, and program concerns; works collaboratively with staff members to develop solutions
Completes staff work observations and supports professional consultations, as needed
Provides staff members with supervision
Ensures effective and timely flow of information amongst staff members, as well as to and from the Manager(s) and Director
Respects and acknowledges the contributions, opinions and expertise of all team members
Utilizes effective conflict management skills
Supports decision-making and flow through of communication the Manager and/or Director
Provides direction in emergency situations; assists the Manager with providing appropriate debriefing and supportive follow-up
Operations:
Works with Manager to screen, interview, score and hire new staff, both internally and externally
Supports the orientation and training of new staff and existing staff
Schedules and approves time-off requests
Resolves scheduling conflicts and directs/re-assigns staff members as needed to support program functions and ensure safety
For programs requiring Relief coverage:
Monitors Relief pools to ensure Relief staff are engaged and trained to provide appropriate client support
Manages Relief pool composition to ensure adequate coverage; initiates reach out to disengaged Relief staff members and/or initiating the hiring of additional Relief staff members, as needed
Reviews intakes and waitlists to assign clients for optimal fit based on client needs and existing staff caseloads
Liaises between staff and Manager with respect to client access and flow; assists with assessing potential fit for the program
Implements new initiatives and policy / procedure changes within the program(s)
Oversees daily program planning, problem solves issues and provide guidance around program concerns and direction
Ensures program consistency and ensures services are delivered with compassion, inclusiveness and accountability in a welcoming environment
Provides leadership back-up when Manager is absent, including waitlist management
Supports coordination of Coordinated Care Plans (CCP) with community partners and staff
Administrative and General Responsibilities:
Ensures program is conforming to accreditation standards
Ensures Health and Safety Committee duties are carried out, as required
Performs file audits and quality reviews, coordinates any resulting follow-up with the Manager
Represents the program(s) on the Electronic Health Record (EHR) Committee
Provides solutions for any questions related to documentation, and the EHR
Addresses any site concerns regarding the physical property (internal and external) and reports concerns to Property Services Department, as appropriate
Professionally liaises with community partners regarding programs; providing information and updates
Takes on special assignments, as agreed with the Manager or Director
Completes statistics, as required specific to the program area
Supports payroll input, documentation and approvals, as needed
Ensures financial documentation and documentation related to clients is completed and submitted, as per organizational requirements
Coordinates and/or orders program supplies
Supports staff members to problem solve any IT concerns, notifying the IT department as needed
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:
Post secondary education in health, social, behavioural science or related field (Degree preferred) experience (primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.e. original degree/diploma or official transcript)
Minimum of three years’ experience working with people with mental illness and/or addictions and/or working in a social services field
Knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation concepts and applications
Knowledge of harm reduction approaches related to addictions
Knowledge of current mental health treatment practices, crisis and suicide intervention skills training
Knowledge of community resources
Demonstrated good judgment and strong organizational skills
Crisis intervention experience
Demonstrated ability to defuse potential conflict situations
Demonstrated ability to form strong partnerships with other agencies, hospitals, organizations
Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and circumstances
Ability to motivate staff and volunteers
Good working knowledge of computer office technology such as word-processing, spreadsheets, database records, internet and e-mail resources, etc. and ability to perform basic financial and documentation requirements related to activities and programs
Knowledge of electronic client records systems
Ability to attend work regularly
Current, satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
Valid driver’s Licence and access to a vehicle with adequate insurance to carry out job duties
Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly
We prefer the following qualifications:
Experience working with 24/7 programs
Certification in CPR and First Aid
Knowledge of psychiatric medications
Knowledge and experience managing schedules is an asset
Bilingual in both official languages is an asset
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 19, 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
Legal Notifications:
For legal purposes our full business name is: Canadian Mental Health Association Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services
Artificial Intelligence is not currently employed in our recruitment processes