Mental Health Specialist

6 months ago

Brantford, Canada St. Leonard's Community Services Inc Full time

**ABOUT US**

SOAR Community Services Brantford has been an established part of the community for more than 55 years, and is accredited for our excellence in serving children, youth, adults, and families.

**Our Values**

These aren’t just “lip-service” to us - we work and live by them. If you do, too, we want to talk to you
- Inclusive - we value everyone and their unique perspectives and journeys
- Compassionate - we care about our clients, our staff, partners, and the communities we serve
- Collaborative - we work together to support our clients and community
- Integrity - we hold ourselves accountable and are fair, trustworthy, and dedicated to our mission to empower people to achieve their vision of independence, health, and wellbeing
- Innovative - we are open to change and continuous improvement
- Genuine - we are honest, respectful, and authentic with our clients, each other, and our partners
- Optimistic - we believe that everyone can accomplish their goals

**JOB RESPONSIBILITIES**

The Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) works alongside local police services responding to 911 calls for individuals or families in a mental health/addiction or situational crisis. As a Mental Health Specialist, you will use de-escalation strategies and techniques to defuse situations and prevent further escalation, complete risk assessments alongside police to determine level of risk and safety plan with those at risk of harm towards themselves or others. This position is co-located with police service partners.

As a Mental Health Specialist, you will:

- Provide immediate crisis intervention services and referrals to ongoing mental health services.
- Provide a range of accessible services including assessment, intervention, and referrals in response to crises.
- Interpret, evaluate, and prioritize information gathered during assessment to assist with developing treatment, action, and safety plans.
- Work in collaboration with police to respond to and assess crisis situations, and transport individuals to hospital as required under the Mental Health Act.
- Work within the crisis team and broader addiction and mental health system to advocate for and support connection to ongoing supports and build an effective community crisis response network.
- Act as a key liaison with police services regarding knowledge exchange and relationship maintenance.
- Ensure accurate and timely data entry and clinical documentation.

Hours of work: Monday to Friday

Weekly Rotating shifts: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm

Training: Initial comprehensive training related to all aspects of the role, as well as access to ongoing professional development

**COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS**

Annual salary starting at $59,065.50 plus shift premiums and comprehensive benefits.

**The Perks**
- Fitness Benefit for gym memberships, exercise equipment and lessons for various physical activities for all staff and their families
- An Employee Assistance Plan for all staff and their families
- Full Time staff start at 3 weeks’ vacation
- 60 hours of Personal Leave Time including 15 Wellness Hours per year (pro-rated the first year)
- Fun events for all staff
- Participation in RSP/TFSA plans for all staff, with Agency pension match for Full Time and eligible Part Time staff
- Group health, vision, dental and travel insurance plans where premiums are 100% paid by the Agency for Full Time staff
- An Agency committed to ensuring your physical and mental health/safety is paramount

**REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS**
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related Social Services field
- Proof of current registration in good standing with a governing body such as Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) or College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
- Highlight clinical experience working with individuals, groups and/or families affected by addictions and mental health conditions in your resume
- Proficient in MS Office and be familiar with databases
- Access to reliable transportation
- Able to manage frequent and severe exposure to direct and vicarious traumatic stress

Start dates: as soon as possible

Pay: From $59,065.50 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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