Mental Health & Justice Supportive Housing Case Manager - Jobs in Kenora, ON

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Mental Health & Justice Supportive Housing Case ManagerFull Time Permanent PositionThe Mental Health & Justice Supportive Housing Case Manager reports to Housing Coordinator and the Chief Executive Officer and is expected to work as a member of a team and participate in regular peer and team supervision when required. The Mental Health & Justice Supportive Housing Case Manager goals are to implement the facilitation of coordination of rent supplement units for those individuals 16 years of age and older with mental health and justice clients who have current involvement with the criminal justice system (e.g., Involved in mental health court, diversion programs, or on release from a provincial correctional facility) within Kenora. The Mental Health & Justice Supportive Housing Case Manager will seek housing options for this population and build relationships with landlords and clients.Qualifications:BSW preferred, or demonstrated equivalentKnowledge of mental health and mental health problems/difficulties, concurrent disorders, and dual diagnosisKnowledge of housing resourcesApplied knowledge of community resources and agenciesNetworking skills and outreach skillsAbility to assess dynamic riskHighly developed communication skillsDemonstrated ability to provide side-by-side assistance in activities of daily livingAssessment, case management, advocacy, supportive counselling, and documentation skillsUnderstanding and applied knowledge of Recovery Model, Brief Therapy, Strengths PerspectiveActivities of daily living, problem solving skills and ability to teach and model these skills for clientsCultural Competence for Diverse populationsAbility to work independentlyProfessionalism in the performance of dutiesCultural CompetenceComputer literacyValid Driver’s LicenseDuties:

• Adherence to all policies and procedures of Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch
• Outreach and collaboration to those individuals involved with the criminal justice system through the following programs:

o Mental health courto Court Diversion/Court Support Worker Program at CMHA Kenora Brancho Dual Diagnosis Court Diversion/Court Support Worker Program at CMHA Kenora Brancho Post Custody Enhancement Program

• Collaborate and cooperate with housing providers and landlords within the Kenora area
• Assess eligibility of clients to the housing program
• Individualized needs assessment developed in consultation with the client
• Facilitate the process of accessing appropriate housing for eligible candidates
• Works with the client, case manager, and landlord to develop a personalized service plan
• Continuous assessment of risk related to the clients housing
• Individualized planning and strategies to support the achievement of housing goals and objectives
• Coordinate the use of rent subsidies
• Advocacy of linking clients with appropriate housing services, supports and resources to meet the goals and objectives of the housing plan
• Meet with clients regularly to ensure compliance with the plan
• Provide consultations to landlords, families, significant others, and social service/health care

provides around the program

• Conducting regular formal or informal evaluation of client satisfaction, achievement of goals, reassessment of service requirements and or needs in consultation with the client
• Active maintenance of connections with clients to provide ongoing support, and assist client in maintaining housing
• Direct provision of side-by-side support with clients where appropriate
• Provision of supportive counselling where appropriate
• Assist clients and provide modeling for problem solving and priority setting
• Development of recovery plans with a focus on housing maintenance
• Referral to community agencies and services where appropriate
• Maintenance of client files consistent with policies and procedures of Canadian Mental Health Association
• Participation in staff meetings and other meetings as directed by the Housing Coordinator & Chief Executive Officer
• Collection and maintenance of statistical information and keeping appropriate records of direct and indirect service
• Outcome monitoring and evaluation
• Professionally representing Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch
• Drafting all necessary correspondence and reports regarding clients
• Participation in administrative and office functions, including ongoing maintenance of office space
• Participation in educational and professional development opportunities
• Participate on specific Committees or task or work groups as assigned by the Housing Coordinator and/or Chief Executive Officer
• Provide a safe environment by ensuring adherences to Workplace Health and Safety Regulations and Policies, Infection Control Guidelines, WHIMIS and Safe Work Procedures; including but not limited to Fire, Disaster and Evacuation Plans
• Ensure client safety and client safety activities are emphasized throughout orientation of new staff members
• Support an environment which avoids, prevents and corrects all activities or actions which may result in an adverse outcome in the delivery of mental health services
• Responsible for self-care
• Other duties as directed

For more information, please visit www.cmhak.on.caPlease submit resume by January 27th, 2022, attention to:Hiring CommitteeCanadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch227 Second Street South, 2nd FloorKenora, Ontario P9N 1G1Email: office@cmhak.on.caThe Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Quick Apply

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