Crisis Response Worker

3 months ago


Aurora, Canada Your Support Services Network Full time

**About the Organization**

Are you interested in making a difference?
Are you looking to instill hope and inspire change?

Your Support Services Network (YSSN) is a non-profit charitable organization that offers competitive compensation packages. We also know that a job is more than a pay cheque. We offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they've helped people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, complex support needs and their families or caregivers find meaningful connections to help them live their best life.

**Employees can take advantage of many opportunities**:

- A commitment to providing our employees with internal career opportunities through lateral position changes in our growing programs.
- In-house training, and external training for courses related to employees' current positions or to prepare them for other roles within our organization.
- A commitment to furthering our efforts in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging through an active Steering Committee.
- Recognition programs including long-term service awards and idea recognition.
- An active Wellness Committee that promotes and organizes yoga sessions, mindfulness moments, fun contests, lunch-and-learn events and seminars.

We didn't become one of Canada's top non-profit employers of choice without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and a commitment to wellness.

**Description**
**One Full-Time Contract to March 31, 2025 **(with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent)

The MHST Crisis Response Worker is part of a mobile response team serving York Region. Working in partnership with York Regional Police and York Region EMS services, the MHST Crisis Response Worker is responsible for providing crisis assessment, intervention and stabilization to individuals who have serious mental health and/or addiction concerns and as necessary link individuals to appropriate ongoing mental health & addiction services. Both York Region MHST units are comprised of a York Region Police officer and crisis worker.

**Position Requirements**
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related discipline (i.e.Psychology, etc.).
- Minimum three years related experience
- Knowledge and practice of short-term urgent response, psychosocial rehabilitation approach and advanced clinical, crisis and assessment skills are essential.
- Experience working with individuals having a serious mental illness & addiction is essential.
- Work in collaboration with police and EMS services to assess and manage appropriate interventions
- Crisis skills for adults experiencing a mental health crisis are desirable.
- Experience and knowledge of the criminal justice system is an asset
- Knowledge of the local service system is essential
- The successful applicant will required to provide a police clearance that meets agency standards
- A valid G Drivers License, access to a reliable vehicle and business use insurance coverage, OR access to reliable transportation.

**Posting Closes: Thursday October 3rd at 4:00 pm EST**
**Starting Hourly Rate: $34.26 plus $1.50 premium**
**Office Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm**
**Office Expectations: For team coverage, meetings, and trainings when required.**

**EOE Statement**

At YSSN, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and respectful workplace where diversity and inclusive approaches are recognized assets.

Our Vision
A Meaningful Life for All: Relationships, Community, Well-Being.

Our Mission
Communicate. Connect. Collaborate.

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