Community Mental Health Worker

6 months ago

Hamilton, Canada Good Shepherd Centres Full time

**COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH WORKER**

**Full Time Contract**

**(up to 12 months with possible extension)**

Good Shepherd is seeking to fill multiple positions with varying schedules for our growing needs. If you are looking for a career working with amazing people while helping you community thrive, then this opportunity is for you and we want to hear from you. We urge individuals that have retired, semi-retired, are returning to the workforce, those that are new to Canada and recent graduates to also apply. At Good Shepherd, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive equal and authentic workplace.

**Who We Are**

The work of Good Shepherd is based on a fundamental belief in providing hope and restoring dignity to the most vulnerable members of our community. Our services include emergency food and clothing; daily hot meals; emergency shelters for men, youth, families, women and children; transitional housing and education for homeless and street-involved youth; hospice palliative care; community mental health programs; and supportive housing programs. This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd - Mobile Housing Support, HOMES Program.

**Culture and Values**

We _see the good_ in people, not only the challenge. We hear the warmth in their voices. We recognize that we all have potential and promise. Our programs help to tear down the barriers that have impeded our community's most vulnerable citizens and help them to establish a path to a stable and healthy life.

At Good Shepherd, we recognize the inherent value of people living with addiction and their right to quality care and services. Good Shepherd is committed to integrating Harm Reduction practices into our programs and to prioritizing the rights, dignity, and choices of those who use substances. By integrating a Harm Reduction framework at Good Shepherd, we can decrease barriers to service and better support some of our community's most marginalized members.

**_ Hospitality_**, as inspired by St. John of God is at the heart of Good Shepherd's mission. This means that we welcome all people with compassion, acceptance and a spirit of generosity; creating opportunities for transformation. Hospitality embodies our **Values**, **Responsibility, Availability, Adaptability, Quality and Dignity.**

**How You Will Make an Impact**

The HOMES program provides supportive housing to persons who have been homeless and are living with a mental illness. Team members support tenants and provide mobile support to individuals and assist in helping them reach personal goals and to have a satisfying and meaningful life in the community.

In this role, you will work to make a difference in lives of community members. Services include assessment, planning, crisis prevention and intervention, and supportive counseling.

Responsible for participating in Good Shepherd's Health and Safety programs, procedures, procedures and work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations to minimize risk to clients, staff and others as well as to the property of the Good Shepherd

**What You'll Bring to Our Team**
- A post-secondary education in social or health services
- A minimum of three years' experience in mental health, and concurrent disorders is required
- 'Recovery orientation' and 'consumer driven' style of practice is essential
- Possess the ability to work independently and think creatively
- Ability to speak French and/or other languages considered an asset
- CPR certification or willingness to be certified is required
- Adhere to working and operating within an anti-racism and anti-oppression framework
- ** Must be available to work rotating and varying Days and Evening shifts and 1 in 5 weekends. 37.5 hours per week**:

- Must have a valid drivers license
- Demonstrated understanding of workplace health and safety practices and understanding of an employee's responsibility under current legislation

**What We Offer**
- Be a part of a caring** TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY**:

- **EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT**:

- Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and** EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)**:

- **POSITIVE **and ENCOURAGING** atmosphere
- Make a difference and provide** HOPE** Extended Health Benefits

**_Good Shepherd_**_, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve._
- Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview._

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