Position: Case Worker Department: Assertive Community Treatment Team Duration Approximately Twelve (12) Months

QUALIFICATIONS

Certification/Experience/Knowledge:

• Must have minimum two-year diploma or degree in the health/social sciences required
• Recent 2-3 years’ experience working in the field of Addictions and Mental Health
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers (HCP) Certificate required (recent within the last twelve months)
• Current Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Certificate an asset
• Knowledge of Best Practices in addictions, mental health and the ACTT model of care
• Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in applying the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation (including assessment, treatment and rehabilitation)
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in implementing recovery informed approaches including motivational interviewing and CBT informed techniques
• Previous experience using different evidence based therapeutic interventions
• Advanced knowledge of community resources and service systems that support individuals with serious mental illness and concurrent disorders
• Exemplifies our organization’s CARE values
• Knowledge of Patient and Family Partnered Care Practices

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work collaboratively with all members of an Interdisciplinary health care team which includes clients, families and community partners
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a self-directed manner
• Participation in ongoing clinical education for professional growth
• Ability to provide a safe and non-threatening environment to clients
• Excellent crisis intervention assessment and problem-solving skills
• Valid class G Driver’s License and Ministry of Transportation Driver’s Abstract required for extensive travel within the catchment area
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Good attendance and work record required
• Ability to meet the physical demands required for a community-based team
• Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset

Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the OPSEU 662 Collective Agreement

North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

NORTH BAY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER