Outreach Worker - Jobs in Brampton, ON

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Support your community. Advance your career. Fulfill your purposeJoining the Canadian Mental Health Association – Peel Dufferin Branch means you’ll be part of something meaningful. For starters, we’re honored to have received the Canadian Non-Profit Employer of Choice Award for our efforts to help people live better. Providing support and services to those who live with mental illness and addictions, we’re committed to increasing awareness and addressing the stigma surrounding mental health. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to create a diverse organization that represents the communities we serve – and the people we help.What we offerAs a community-based agency, we’re dedicated to the mental, physical, and social health of everyone – including our team members. That’s why we’re proud to offer a total rewards package that helps our Outreach Workers balance their professional and home life. Our shift schedule equates to about 10 months of work out of the year, giving you the flexibility to pursue your personal interests. You’ll also be empowered to keep learning new skills and reaching your goals – from developing a career growth plan to participating in training sessions.In addition to competitive benefits like health, dental, EAP and life insurance, we offer our permanent team members some unique perks that really stand out:

• 4 weeks accrued vacation
• 18 days accrued personal days plus 2 flexible days each year
• Overtime paid in lieu
• HOOPP (Pension Plan)
• Ongoing professional development plus $250 annual funding for continuing education and certifications
• $250 annual allowance to invest in achieving your personal wellness goals
• Mileage reimbursement and car detailing for work-related travel

Salary range is: $53,555 - $63,756 per annumWe are currently seeking a permanent full-time Outreach Worker. As part of the Outreach Team, the Outreach Worker provide services to the homeless population in Peel Region, in particular, identifying people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and engaging them in services that support their challenges with mental illness or mental health and substance use.The Outreach program support individuals in accordance with the Housing First philosophy of immediate access to permanent housing with no readiness requirements, consumer choice and self-determination, recovery orientation, individualized and client driven supports, and social/community integration.This is a full-time permanent position with rotational shifts of 12 hours each.What you will do

• Build client capacity, empowerment and create self-reliance
• Develop and initiate relationships with prospective clients based on trust, respect, and honesty
• Aid with securing/matching appropriate affordable housing for those who are homeless or at risk in the Region of Peel
• Support the transition of persons into housing utilizing a Critical Time Intervention Approach to Housing-Based Street Outreach. Set short and long-term goals with persons involved and create and document support plans (including Coordinated Care Plans) to reach those goals. Make additional referrals as appropriate.
• Complete initial intake assessments and discharge assessments at the appropriate date(s) and other documentation as required.
• Conduct Case Conferencing with support system of persons involved in the program.
• Maintain professional relationships with referral sources and other service providers.
• Make minimum of one weekly community/home visit with unsheltered or housed participants to offer support, connect to resources, etc.
• Advocate with participants as required (i.e. Landlord relations, EIA, Residential Tenancy Board)
• As appropriate, work with Region of Peel Housing Stability Workers to support life skills teaching to help build Client capacity to maintain housing, especially focusing on tenancy skills and knowledge
• Maintain appropriate record-keeping/documentation and client files, statistical and outcome measurement tools as required by CMHA/Peel policies and procedures.
• Provide input into ongoing policy, service enhancement, and program evaluation
• Provide and consult with management team on weekly plans, schedules, and reports
• Support the overall operation of the Street Outreach and Street Helpline responses.

What you need to join our team

• Degree or diploma in Social Services/Social Work. BSW is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with the homeless in a community setting
• Experience working in outreach setting is preferred
• Case Management experience is preferred

• Strong, demonstrated understanding of Outreach evidence informed practices
• Demonstrated diversity and cultural competence; demonstrated understanding of the impact of oppression and social determinants of health
• Demonstrated skills in performing assessments and on the spot risk assessments
• Familiarity and knowledge of all programs offered by CMHA Peel, partnering agencies, and outside referral sources
• Ability to work well in a fast paced; constantly shifting and changing healthcare landscape
• Well-developed and demonstrated knowledge of mental health, mental illness, stress management, anti-stigma, workplace wellness, mental health system issues and health promotion principles (Knowledge of concurrent disorder, addictions, and dual diagnosis would be an asset)
• Knowledge of or experience in the fundamentals of philanthropy
• Housing First training is an asset
• Participated in harm reduction training in order to reduce harms associated with drug use to individuals, families and within the community
• Completion of motivational interviewing and assertive engagement training is an asset
• Working knowledge of the Five Essential and Sequential Stages to housing stability
• Indigenous Cultural Safety training
• Completion training in non-violent crisis intervention, ASIST, CPR and First Aid Certification

• Valid driver’s license
• Automobile in good repair and insurance coverage as required by agency policy
• Satisfactory police records search and vulnerable sector screening
• Proof of administered full-series Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date. If unable to be vaccinated for reasons relating to protected grounds under the Code, completed medical or religious exemption must be provided.

• 12-hour shifts on a rotational schedule; overnights, weekends and public holidays work is required.
• Driving the Outreach van is required

At the Canadian Mental Health Association – Peel Dufferin Branch, we provide a wide array of community services, resources, and care for people with mental illness. In your role, you’ll not only assist people who are struggling, you’ll help them return to good health and reintegrate into the community. In everything we do, we work together to make the world a better place – one person at a time.Apply Now and EMPOWER your career____________________________________________________________________________CMHA Peel Dufferin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diverse, inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, selection processes, and work environment. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized. We acknowledge that removing existing barriers and preventing new barriers is required in providing opportunities that foster independence, inclusion, and dignity for people of all ages, genders, cultures, and abilities. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve.When contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the HR Department of any accommodations needed in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. We retain all applications submitted for one year.Quick Apply

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