OPSEU

Job Title: Crisis Primary
Status: Temporary Full Time (12 months)
Department: Crisis Beds
Program: Durham Mental Health Services
8 Hour Shifts, Days and Evenings Schedule (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Durham Mental Health Services
Wage Schedule: $30.540 - $36.340 per hour
OPSEU: 2500003255

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with clients in their home, the community or in the office, in person and on the phone.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma or degree from an accredited College or University in a Human Services field.

• Three years related work experience

• This position requires the successful candidate to have a valid driver's licence and use of a vehicle to transport clients. The successful candidate will be required to provide proof a valid driver's licence and 2 million dollar liability coverage upon hire.

• Education and experience must include a background in both mental health and concurrent disorders

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of major mental illnesses including; signs/symptoms, medication management etc., addictions and sexual abuse issues.

• Understanding of Mental Health Act and confidentiality, principles of client centered relationships.

• Thorough knowledge of key functions of case management including, local special resources and access to services.

• Understanding of intake function including assessment, decision-making, service plans, focused problem solving, crisis intervention and coping/stress management strategies.

• Understanding of methods of evaluating progress.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent crisis intervention, de-escalation and listening skills with strong observational skills.

• Strong assessment skills and effective service plan development.

• Ability to engage and build rapport with individuals from a variety of cultural and social-economic backgrounds. Effective client advocacy skills.

• Ability to process multi layered and complex psychosocial client dynamics appropriately and maintain healthy boundaries. Client centered and recovery focused.

• Facilitate linkages to internal and external resources.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team and independently with minimal supervision, strong time management and administrative skills.

• Ability to create a safe, comfortable environment for clients to work within.

• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality and attendance.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Professional, positive attitude.

• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;

• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.