Case Worker - Acute Care - Permanent Full-time

To provide client centered service that enables clients and their caregivers to achieve their highest level of functioning and independence consistent with their values, priorities, capabilities, and preferences for care. Any ongoing assessment process and the collaborative identification of changing needs and optimum outcomes will be a critical part of the recovery caseworker role. Also, by mobilizing and integrating formal and informal support networks the Community Recovery Case Worker will deliver services to clients that will also ensure the fiscally responsible use of appropriate resources to achieve the desired outcomes for clients.

Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:

• Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution with a three (3) year diploma or degree in a relevant, health-related discipline of study; University preferred. A two (2) year diploma combined with appropriate and relevant experience may be considered.
• Certificate in Addictions and/or PSR will be considered an asset
• 3-5 years’ experience in a social service agency with at least 3 years spent in adult mental health and addictions
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check
• A valid Ontario Driver’s Licence and access to a vehicle

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Mental Health Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Ministry of Health and Long Term Care guidelines, PSR Code of Ethics,
• An understanding of the Recovery Philosophy and application of same in client goal planning and direct service
• Ability to work independently and interdependently
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
• Requires analytical skills to gather and disseminate data from different sources
• A high level of independent decision making skills
• Ability to adapt to changing environments
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Willingness to be flexible and facilitate change
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills Accessibility: LLGAMH is committed to providing diversity, equity, and accessible employment practices, in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you have accommodation requests related to your employment, please contact Human Resources.