Crisis Worker

9 hours ago

Orillia, Canada Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Full time

Company Biography
Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is located in the City of Orillia - a beautiful community nestled along the shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching. Orillia offers an environment where a health work/life balance is easy to achieve as exceptional urban amenities, natural resources, points of interest, and recreational opportunities abound.

People have always been OSMH’s greatest strength. Our committed team has helped our community for over a century. We offer an environment where each individual works interdependently towards common goals: we value Trust, Courage and Teamwork. We are an organization where individuals’ contributions are valued and there are many opportunities for personal growth and development.
Position Summary
Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is an integral part of the Simcoe County Crisis Response Service, providing same or next day appointments to individuals 16 years of age and over who are experiencing a psychiatric or psychosocial crisis. The primary functions of the position include the assessment and short-term follow-up treatment of individuals in an acute psychiatric or psychosocial crisis. They will act as a proactive liaison with the hospital’s emergency department, Inpatient acute care unit, the Mental Health Crisis Line, family physicians, and community groups and organizations (e.g. police, shelters, churches, schools, and agencies), to facilitate appropriate use and promotion of the service.

**Qualifications**:

- Academic background in a regulated profession (e.g. Social Work, Psychology, Nursing,

Occupational Therapy, or other comparable clinical program.
- Member in the regulatory body of the discipline is required.
- Minimum four (4) years experience with crisis intervention in an acute care setting is

required.
- Demonstrated competency in crises assessment, risk assessment, and brief follow-up

treatment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the classification of psychiatric illnesses, as outlines in the

“Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders” of the American Psychiatric
Association (DSM-V).
- Demonstrated knowledge of the main classification of psychotropic medications, including

their general use, expected response, and common side effects.
- Demonstrated understanding and acceptance of the LHIN framework within which the Crisis

Response Service is provided, including the principle of self-defined crisis, linkages with the
Mental Health Crisis Line, hospital emergency department, family physicians and
community services, and provision for short-term follow-up after assessment where
warranted.
- Demonstrated understanding of issues and needs related to individuals in crisis (e.g.

decompensation, potential loss of control, support and structure)
- Demonstrated knowledge of local community resources for post-crisis care.
- Satisfactory work performance and attendance record required

well as to the Mission and Vision of the Hospital. Demonstrates proficiency in written and
verbal communications skills in relation to working with patients across the care continuum.
Our Employees Enjoy
- a professional practice environment
- a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
- wellness initiatives
- continuing education grants
- employee recognition and assistance programs
- a competitive salary and benefits package
- equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment Equity
Accomodation in the Workplace
Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.
Health & Safety Responsibilities
OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.

All team members must adhere to OSMH’s Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.

As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department.
Closing Statement
OSMH is a mínimal fragrance workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented p

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