Community Mental Health Counsellor, Intake

**37.5 Hours | Union Position** Services and Housing In the Province (SHIP) is a Provincial leader in the broader public sector that builds strategic partnerships and programs that support the fundamental rights for Housing and Health Services throughout the Peel Region, Dufferin County, and surrounding areas. Our commitment to increase quality of life through health services and housing supports that promote mental and physical health and wellness is at the forefront of every employee we hire. We value compassion, hope, inclusiveness, respect, and professionalism. Our organization has supported the region for over 35 years and employs over 300 passionately engaged employees ranging from office administration, nurses, and service health specialists to housing specialists all dedicated to the community, clients, and families. The CMHC will also offer brief action planning and brokerage case management from a recovery perspective as a part of a collaborative and interdisciplinary circle of care. **D**uties and Responsibilities** - Act as a lead point of contact for access to SHIP Services in Dufferin - Respond to inquiries, "walk-in's," and calls regarding services and housing - Provide brief mental health counselling and short-term case management - Triage referrals, service requests and inquiries in a timely manner - Complete comprehensive assessments to support referrals to appropriate internal and external programs (i.e. supportive housing as well as clinical mental health services) - Provide consultation in collaboration with community partners to connect individuals to the services that best fit their needs - Conduct intake clinics at community service locations in collaboration with SHIP Central Intake and community partners **Qualifications** - Post-secondary education in Social Work, Health Services, Psychology or equivalent - 3+ years providing Mental Health assessments and/or case management - Professional designation preferred (i.e. Social Worker or Social Services Worker) - Training in assessment tools is an asset (LOCUS, OCAN, VI-SPDAT, HCR-20, and Suicide Risk Assessment) - Skilled in mental health counselling, support coordination, and supportive housing assessments - Knowledge in community health, healthcare, supportive housing and community resources - A vehicle, valid driver’s license, and adequate insurance coverage is required **Working Conditions and Physical Requirements** - Day shifts (Monday - Friday) with the ability to work excess/overtime hours where required - Travel by vehicle to community sites for department/program support as required **COVID-19 considerations**: - As part of SHIP’s commitment to health and safety, it is a condition of employment that you be fully vaccinated (2 doses, including 14 days since your second dose) against COVID-19 or have an exemption pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code. **Why Work For Us?** **Our Vision** Quality Housing, Quality Services, Quality Lives **Our Mission** To increase quality of life through health services and housing supports that promote mental and physical health and wellness **Our Culture** Leader and innovative partner in the community. Our programs welcome employees into our caring, compassionate, and innovative culture. We listen, we know what it means, and why it matters. **Our Commitment** People are at the forefront of our success. Below are just a few ways our full time permanent staff have personal and professional success: - Competitive Salaries with Annual Performance Reviews - Comprehensive Health Plans - Group RRSP (5% Employer Contributions) - 12 Paid Health & Wellness Days - 10 Paid Vacation Days - 3 Paid Personal/Floating Holidays - Generous Parental and Family Leave - Learning and Development Opportunities - Travel Allowances - Employee Assistance Program - Company Culture to be Proud of - Possibility to Create a Real Impact **35+** Years focused on Clients, Tenants, Staff and Families **4,000+** Clients and Residents served annually **17** Programs and Service offerings in Southern Ontario **300+** Dedicated, Respectful, Compassionate and Professional Employees **1200** Housing Units Managed Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm 37.5 Hours per Week