Mental Health Caseworker - ACTT 1

Position Details

• Job Title: Mental Health Caseworker - ACTT 1
• Location: Niagara Falls
• Hours of Work: 35.00 / week
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• Business Unit: Public Health and Emerg Servs
• Division: Clinical Services
• Worksite: Community Mental Health
• Approximate Duration: 6 to 12 months
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid (varies with possible remote workdays)

Job Summary

Provide comprehensive case management services for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, individuals who are newly diagnosed with a psychotic disorder, or to provide support to youth transitioning from the youth sector to adult sector. Services are provided in the home or at community locations convenient for the client. Provide proactive outreach, facilitation and assistance to meet client basic needs, assist with navigation through the health care system and support linkages to appropriate community resources.

Qualifications

• Education: A diploma or degree in human service-related discipline.
• Knowledge/Experience: Minimum 2-3 years experience working with the severely mentally ill population, preferably in a community setting. Personal and/or familial exposure to mental illness would be advantageous.
• Skills: Skills in counseling, addictions, housing, community outreach, concurrent disorders and general aspects of physical health are an asset. Must demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and knowledge of local community resources. Sound understanding of concurrent disorders is an asset. Computer literacy is required. French language is an asset.

Special Conditions

• Must provide own transportation and be able to travel throughout the Niagara region to other offices, work locations, or sites as authorized by the Corporation for business reasons. Employees who use their personal vehicles for approved Region business shall ensure they are adequately insured with their personal insurance carrier. It is the employee's responsibility to possess and maintain a valid driver's license of the appropriate class to carry out their job in accordance with Corporate Policy.
• Support clients in their travel to locations in the community when it is relevant to the client’s recovery plan as per program policy (which allows the option of staff transporting clients in their personal vehicle).
• Position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Records check, including vulnerable sector screening, and submit a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate prior to commencing employment in accordance with Corporate Criminal Records Check policy.
• Be available to work flexible hours including weekend and/or evening hours as required.
• Vaccinations as recommended in Public Health policy.

About Niagara Region

Niagara Region serves a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000 and is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and community partners, the Region delivers high-quality programs and services that support the well-being of individuals, families and communities. Nestled between Lakes Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula is home to fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls, vibrant modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, and communities rich in history, recreation and culture. With a temperate climate, breathtaking countryside and easy access to neighbouring New York State, Niagara attracts more than 14 million visitors each year, along with new residents and businesses.

Niagara Region values diversity in background and experience and is committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the community it serves, strengthening programs and services across Niagara. While specific qualifications are important for certain roles, we invite individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. Our recruiters will evaluate your suitability for the role.

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We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We confirm that we do not use AI in screening of applicants, and this position is an existing vacancy.

Accommodation

If you require an accommodation for the application process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the alternate formats for contacting us are as follows:

• Email: myhr@niagararegion.ca
• Phone: 905-980-6000 or 1-800-263-7215
• Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511
• In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 – Human Resources Department