RAIT First Responder

Job summary

The incumbent will conduct detailed mental health assessments and provide crisis intervention to individuals experiencing psychiatric emergencies. They are also responsible for linking clients to internal and community resources to address urgent needs such as housing and food security.

Job details

RAIT First Responder 1 Permanent Full-Time - Chatham Site At Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace is one where all employees, volunteers, students and clients, whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, creed (religion), national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education or disability or any protected ground under the Human Rights Code, feel valued and respected. We are committed to a non-discriminatory and unbiased approach to inclusion including practice, environment and communication channels. We respect and value diverse life experiences and cultures and work to ensure that all voices are valued and heard. Reporting to the Manager of Client Services, the incumbent will be responsible for the following functions: Conducting and completing the detailed Community Mental Health Assessment and SBAR notes for individuals referred; Assessing, screening, referring and linking individuals to internal CMHA services or alternate community resources; Compiling and gathering collateral information; Exploring and linking individuals to internal CMHA services or alternate community resources, when needed; Consulting with the Mental Health First Response/RAIT Team to prioritize individuals awaiting service; Providing intervention and brief solution focused therapy support to individuals experiencing a psychiatric crisis (intervention may be via telephone or by personal contact); Linking individuals with urgent needs to immediate resources (ie securing food resources, financial assistance, and housing). Qualifications: Post-secondary degree in Social Work from an accredited university with current registration with the O.C.S.W.S.S.W; a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse with current registration with the C.N.O., Bachelor’s Degree with a Social Service Worker Diploma and a current registration with the O.C.S.W.S.S.W; or Bachelor’s Degree with an applicable college diploma in Addictions and current registration with the C.A.C.C.F. Experience and a detailed knowledge of serious mental illness, usually gained by several years of working with this population. Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence and access to a vehicle are required.\Preference will be given to a qualified candidate who is proficient in both official languages. Hours of Work: 35 hours/week 8:30-5:00pm. Flexible hours are required to meet the position requirements Applicants should submit a covering letter and resume by 4:30 on October 20th, 2026, on BambooHR. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. This information is available in an alternative format upon request, to accommodate individuals with a disability. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted for an interview, please inform us should accommodation be required.

What you’ll do

The incumbent will conduct detailed mental health assessments and provide crisis intervention to individuals experiencing psychiatric emergencies. They are also responsible for linking clients to internal and community resources to address urgent needs such as housing and food security.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a post-secondary degree in Social Work, Nursing, or a related field with current professional registration. Several years of experience working with individuals with serious mental illness and a valid driver's license are required.

Listed skills

• crisis intervention · Preferred
• case management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Mental Health Assessment
• Crisis Intervention
• Case Management
• Social Work
• Psychiatric Crisis Support
• SBAR Documentation
• Resource Linking
• Addictions Counseling
• Solution Focused Therapy
• Client Screening
• Collateral Information Gathering
• Mental Health First Response
• Financial Assistance
• Community Mental Health
• Communication Channels
• Psychiatry
• Mental Health
• Client Services
• Consulting
• Mental Diseases
• Situation Background Assessment Recommendation (SBAR)
• Solutions Focused

Job areas

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• First Responder
• Mental / Behavioral Health Case Manager
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers

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