Position Overview:
Under the direction of the District Mental Health and Addictions Services Manager, the Mobile Crisis Response Worker is primarily responsible to act as a first response intervention for mental health and/or addictions related crisis where the individual requests or is deemed in need of mental health/addictions crisis response intervention. The worker will assist in deescalating the acuity of the crisis, support the individual to stabilize, and link the individual to local mental health and addictions services as required. Secondary to that, where necessary, the worker will provide follow-up brief intervention support to service recipients.
Qualifications and Requirements:
A two year Diploma in the Social Services field is required
Three (3) years direct experience in the delivery and/or coordination of crisis response services
Demonstrate sound knowledge and experience in community-based care service delivery
A combination of education and work experience pertaining to District community based health care services will be considered
A Criminal Records/Vulnerable Sector Check is required upon hiring
Must be able to work flexible hours including during evenings and weekends
Provide on-call services
Must be certified in CPR and Standard First Aid
Must be able to travel regularly, have a valid Ontario Driver’s License and have access to a personal vehicle (Agency vehicle provided during work hours)
Hours of Work: 32.5 hours per week
