Mental Health

EHN Canada is the nation’s largest private network of industry-leading mental health, trauma, and addiction treatment facilities, each with a passion for providing quality treatment for Canadians. We are committed to both caring for our patients and supporting their loved ones. With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are. EHN Canada prides themselves on providing both excellent and accessible care to_ all_ Canadians. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, come join us EHN Prairies Inc. is a Complex Needs Emergency Shelter, which is specifically designed to support individuals with elevated and unique needs. This facility provides essential services to people who require specialized emergency shelter support, where clients are accommodated based upon an assessment of their needs with the purpose of delivering services to clients within the community **Position Summary**: - The primary function of the Mental Health & Addiction Support Worker is to ensure that EHN Canada operates in a manner that is consistent with the goals and objectives of the treatment program during those periods when the counselling and administrative staff are not available or on duty. **Duties and Responsibilities**: - Monitors all patient activities when counselling staff are not on the premises and ensures that such activities are conducted according to the "Patient Responsibilities", and/or the general operational procedures of the facility. - Ensures patients and facility are secure after all scheduled daily activities have been completed in the evening. - Makes available to patients, prescribed medications as per Pharmacotherapy and Detox Policies & Procedures. - Makes themselves available to any patient experiencing difficulties and needing to talk to a staff member. - Immediately notifies the appropriate on call counselling staff, management staff or Medical Director in the event of any emergency or unusual circumstance. - Documents in the appropriate logbook any significant occurrences and a general impression of activities during the shift. - Participates in case consultation and treatment coordination with other members of multi-disciplinary team. - Administers first aid (if trained) in case of emergency while waiting for medical staff and/or emergency professionals to arrive. - Housekeeping and clerical tasks as per Duty Roster. - Answers telephone and handles all calls as instructed. - Participates in in-service workshops as assigned. - Performs other related duties as requested by the Residential Care Manager and/or Staffing Coordinator. **Experience and Qualifications**: - Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent diploma. - Education and training in the field of Addictions and Mental Health. - Must be able to read and write and communicate verbally and in writing. - Must be able to understand and follow directions. - Must have good hearing and eyesight. - Valid First Aid/CPR Level C. - Clear Criminal Records Check for vulnerable adults. - Valid Class 5 Driver's License and/or proof of identity. **Employee Benefits and Perks**: - Comprehensive benefits package, including a yearly allowance of $1,500 for mental health and addiction services, as well as $500 per service for various paramedical services, such as massage and physiotherapy - 24/7 Employee Assistance Program through LifeWorks - Competitive paid time off policies, including a paid day off on your birthday - Access to in-house fitness facilities where applicable or discounted external gym memberships - Perks and discounts with Perkopolis - entertainment, home/auto/pet insurance - Personal and professional development through our Education Support Assistance program - Nationwide presence allows for supportive relocation opportunities - Defined Benefit pension through CAAT with up to a 4% employer contribution - Maternity and parental leave top-up - Access to discounts at Kids & Co. Daycare EHN Canada is an employment equity employer. If you should require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources. INDHP