Caseworker, Mental Health Resources - Jobs in Regina, SK

Job Description

The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.Core Values The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.Position Purpose Summary:The Caseworker, Mental Health Resources will provide mental Health supports to the individuals who reside at Waterston Centre and participate in the Supportive Residential Program. They will provide a wide range of services to enable individuals who suffer from mental illness and addiction to have an enhanced quality of life.This is a full time fixed-term position at 40 hours per week. The term will end on May 19, 2023.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Mental Health Supports:

• To work collaboratively with staff from various programs in mental health and addictions in the provision of services.
• To have active involvement in Client specific meetings and case-conferencing
• To assist by cuing with activities of daily living including personal care and hygiene, room maintenance, laundry, and assistance in learning transit
• Will carry a caseload and provide case management services for residents at Waterston Centre, mainly in SRP.
• To assist with daily living activity planning by encouraging participation in art and music therapy groups, and other social leisure activities, vocational, educational, and/or training involvement.
• To provide assistance with appointment attendance, including accompanying clients as appropriate to medical, psychiatric, and legal appointments.
• Ensures the physical and psychological needs of residents are being met through programming, individual counselling, etc.
• In consultation with the case manager will provide counsel and support to assist residents in developing skills to deal with and resolve social and personal problems including anger management, addictions education and support in accessing recovery meetings, and assistance with medical issues.
• May complete pre-admission residence tours and provide information to potential residents and their workers, provide handbook, basic tour of main living areas.
• Completes discharge processes when residents are discharged from the program, ensures resident’s belongings are packed.
• Builds and maintains a therapeutic milieu with workers and residents.
• May chair monthly (or as needed) planning meetings for residents and workers.
• Arranges passes for residents.
• Maintains regular contact with Regina Mental Health Clinic.
• Provides statistical and evaluative information to management and funders.
• To support the efforts made to meet the residents’ spiritual needs and cultural practice.

Case Management:

• May help with incoming residential clients. Review program packages and meet and interview potential clients/residents, in consultation with the Residential Services Director where required.
• Provides safe storage, distribution and recording of prescribed medication for clients/residents of the assigned programs.
• Monitor the environment and clients/residents to ensure safety and security; completes regular client/resident status checks and room searches_ as required. Ensures that all required documentation of searches/checks is completed as required.
• Develop and implement case management of assigned clients/residents; assists clients/residents in establishing goals, monitoring progress, and prepares discharge plan.
• Provide required scheduled check-ins of residents on passes in the community; accompanies residents in the community when necessary and monitors behavior. Implements disciplinary measures as necessary.
• Review all resident intakes, discharges and restrictions.
• Assist the Case Management Supervisor in developing and coordinating the delivery of designated programs as required,
• Intervene in crisis situations, provide emotional support and advocacy as required.
• Provide program related orientation to newly hired staff, volunteers, and students.
• Provide back-up support to Mental Health Workers and their functions as required.
• Respond to day to day “urgent” needs of clients.
• Perform other position related duties as assigned.

Communication and Reporting:

• Establish, compile, and maintain proper records and files as required for each assigned program, writes progress and in-depth reports and provides information on the outcomes of the programs and the progress of each client/resident.
• Maintain and update all appropriate documentation and reports (including in-out and incident logbooks) related to clients/residents
• Maintain statistical information relevant to the evaluation of service provisions and provide direct supervisor with other relevant data as required by the funder and The Salvation Army.
• Prepare monthly outcome, statistical and measures reports in an accurate and timely manner.

Community Networking and Partnerships:

• Under the direction of the Resident Services Director and Case Management Supervisor, work with the partners to build relationships that will support the residents and program
• Assists clients/residents by providing support, networking, and other direct services.
• Attend and facilitate case conferences with the case management team.

Other Duties:

• Responsible to work safely and report all unsafe or unhealthy working conditions to the Health and Safety Committee.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in regular supervision and performance reviews/evaluations as required.
• organized, clean, and tidy.
• Ensure that adequate program supplies are maintained.
• Other Duties As Assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• NOTE: You may be required to provide validated educational documentation.

Education/Certifications:

• Completion of a formal post-secondary/college program of two academic years in Social Services, Human Services, or any other relevant fields
• Certification in Mental Health & Addictions would be an asset
• A different combination of education and experience might be considered
• Current CPR and First Aid training

Experience:

• Must have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in related field, including frontline casework experience in a social service environment, functional supervision and working with marginalized clientele.
• Knowledge of issues facing persons experiencing housing crisis, various social issues pertaining to homelessness and its impact on the families served.
• Knowledge and sound understanding of the Mental Health and Addictions support systems available to individuals in the region.
• Solid background of how to work with people from diverse backgrounds and enjoy assisting others to solve problems.

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
• Strong understanding of professional boundaries when working with a vulnerable population
• Patience and ability to deescalate situations
• Ability to coach and provide constructive feedback
• Ability to problem solve and make independent decisions within established framework while understanding the impact decisions will have on programming as well as programs around them
• Ability and willingness to respect, promote, and support the mission, vision, and values of TSA and develop an understanding of the purpose of the Salvation Army in Canada and its implication as related to position responsibilities
• Strong professional writing skills
• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills. .
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal, motivational, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Attentive listening skills for the purpose of supervision, coaching, and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to deal with internal and external contacts at all levels of the organization in a professional manner.
• Ability to develop and maintain a team environment; work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, be reliable and operate in an environment of accountability.
• Demonstrates experience with Microsoft Office, internet, and keyboarding
• Understands the dynamics of resident’s behaviour with the ability to assess their needs and risks
• Ability to demonstrate understanding of and empathy toward cultural differences
• Has skill in understanding the use of authority in supervision and effective intervention in crisis situations.
• Good interpersonal skills and attentive listening skills.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training.
• Valid Saskatchewan Driver’s License, current copy of driver’s abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
• Original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required. The screening is secured either through the national Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) or through a local police detachment.
• Screening through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry is required.

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

• Background check consent
• Vulnerable Sector check consent
• Education verification

Work setting is at Waterston Centre which is a Residential Facility with shift work required.Willingness to work extra time occasionally when required to support programming requirements within the Ministry UnitAbility and willingness to work flexible hours per the needs and requirements of the positionThe Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.Internal Applicants, please advise your supervisor of your intentions as soon as you know your application is being considered- normally at the stage where you are being interviewed.PublishedMay 31, 2022LocationReginaJob TypeFull-time (Contract)Competition #WM2022 - 6Ministry Unit/Dept:Waterston MinistriesSalary Range:$18.84 - $28.26 per hourAddress:1845 Osler StreetPosting Expires:June 7, 2022Applications Accepted By:Laressa Thackeray, Administrative Manager, Waterston Ministries. Email: Laressa.Thackeray@salvationarmy.caQuick Apply

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