Job Description
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, Region of Waterloo 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.
Reporting to the Manager of the Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT), the Social Worker will work in a multi disciplinary team of health care professionals comprised of a Program Psychiatrist, Nurses, Peer Support Worker, Vocational and Addictions Specialists, Mental Health Clinicians, Social Workers, and an Occupational Therapist. These individuals provide intensive treatment, rehabilitation, and support services for people 18 years of age and over with severe mental illness.
The Social Worker is responsible for working with the clients and their families in the community on the Mississauga Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT). The Social Worker provides supports for individuals experiencing mental health and/or problematic substance abuse challenges and are at risk of homelessness.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
- Counselling and educating families about severe and persistent mental illness.
- Interviewing individuals, families and significant others to assess clients’ social, emotional, physical and mental impairments, as well as financial needs.
- Assisting clients in obtaining appropriate community resources for financial support, such as ODSP, Ontario Works, supportive housing, etc.
- Leads group counselling sessions and plans psychosocial programming for clients in need of specific services.
- Obtaining a thorough social history in a timely manner with each new client and bringing relevant concerns to the attention of all team members.
- Individualized psychoeducation for families about the client’s illness and the role of the family and other significant people in the therapeutic process.
- Supporting client self-determination in relation to legal matters (charges, diversion, probation, CTOs, SDMs, PGT- guardianship, POA, Mental Health Advance Directives and PHIPA).
- Sharing of shift work including weekends and on call duties with other ACTT Staff is also required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in social work and must have registration with appropriate professional association
- 3+ years’ experience working with adults living with serious mental illness
- Strong communication skills, assessment, risk management and crisis de-escalation
- Proficient in MS Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
- Use of a vehicle on a daily basis and valid driver’s license
- Valid Certification in First Aid & CPR
- Training in ASIST and CPI
- Vulnerable Screening Level 3
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
- Typical shift is Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm but every couple of months will be expected to work evening shift from 11am-7pm which includes working on call
- Able to work well with internal and external clients
- Able to sit for prolonged periods of time
- Able to answer and communicate telephone calls and general computer use
- Computer screen use (multiple screens if applicable) for prolonged periods of time
- Able to lift up to 20lbs (product, documents, etc.)
- Travel by vehicle to community sites for client support as required
Ship Values:
- Compassion, Hope, Inclusive, Respect, Professional
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.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before July 25 , 2023.
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
Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
occasional evening shift from 11am-7pm and weekends
occasional on call shifts
UNION | 37.5 Hours
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