Community Support Worker (Recreational Specialist)

Job description:

Community Support Worker (CSW) Level 3 (Recreational Specialist) – Transitional Rehabilitation Housing Program (TRHP) - Full-Time, Permanent – Midland

The Canadian Mental Health Association, Simcoe County Branch seeks a Community Support Worker (Recreational Specialist), who, in accordance with the agency’s policies, standards, and guidelines, is responsible for providing intensive case management support to individuals transitioning into the community from the Regional Forensic Program at Waypoint Ctr. Interventions include: individualized assessment and planning, direct service, and referral to community resources; outreach, coordination and provision of life skills development and recreational programming, monitoring, evaluation and advocacy. Travel required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process referrals for TRHP including screening, assessment and intake interviews as well as individualized plans for support/treatment and facilitate linkages to community resources.
• Process referrals for TRHP, including screening, assessment, intake interviews, individualized support/treatment plans, and facilitating linkages to community resources.
• Provide direct service to TRHP participants and graduates individually and in groups, including: Support residents in building daily living skills, confidence and independence through therapeutic recreation and leisure-based activities.
• Develop and implement individualized and group recreation therapy programs that promote wellness, social connection and community integration
• Facilitate community outings and partnerships that enhance social inclusion and access to community resources.
• Provide education and coaching on lifestyle choices that promote and incorporate healthy choices, coping strategies and use of leisure time.
• Supportive counselling and goal setting
• Provide in-reach to potential TRHP clients residing at Waypoint.
• Participate in service planning and clinical meetings with Waypoint, Shelter Now, and CMHA program staff.
• Engage in cross-training initiatives with partner agency staff.
• Facilitate access to needed services, including crisis intervention and treatment.
• Support adherence to TRHP house rules to ensure safety and comfort for all clients.
• Conduct regular house checks and report maintenance/safety issues to Shelter Now Property Manager.
• Assist with CJP and participate in recreation program development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Contribute to program development and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure client adherence to program/activity rules for safety and comfort.
• Collaborate with CMHA staff and community partners to connect clients with additional services and opportunities.
• Provide and coordinate crisis intervention and/or relapse prevention as needed.
• Troubleshoot program/client issues in coordination with CMHA staff and partners.
• Other tasks as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering skills-development programming to individuals experiencing mental health and/or addictions challenges.
• Demonstrated experience in recreation/life skills planning, coordination, and delivery.
• Minimum four (4) years education and experience in the human services field.
• Must have one of the following:
  • Human Service Worker
  • Social Service Worker
  • Addictions Diploma; or
  • A University degree or Diploma in a field related to Human Services (preferably Social Work), Adult Education, Community Development, and/or Recreation.
• Must hold current registration and be in good standing with one of the following professional bodies:
  • Vocational Rehabilitation Association of Canada (VRA Canada);
  • College of Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals (CVRP); or
  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
• Experience in mental health and/or addictions (community-based setting preferred).
• Must have access to a vehicle, a valid Ontario driver’s license, and adequate automobile insurance.
• Fluency in French or another second language would be an asset.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

SALARY SCALE:

• CSW Level 3: $54,709 – 60,497 *per annum

*pro-rated based on hours worked

*plus shift premium as per policy

HOURS OF WORK:

• 35 hours per week, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., working rotating weekend shifts.
• Able to work within a flexible framework for the purpose of responding to program and client needs.

Please note that this job posting is for a new position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

CMHA Simcoe County Branch is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, 1990 CMHA Simcoe County Branch will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. CMHA Simcoe County Branch supports the recovery of people with mental illness and promotes diversity in the workplace. We welcome all applicants including persons with lived experience, women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+, visible minority and immigrant communities to apply. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Education:

• DCS / DEC (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class G Licence (required)

Work Location: In person