Community Mental Health Worker - Community Child and Adolescent Treatment Services

Position Overview

“Our Vision is Healthy People, Vibrant Communities, Equitable Care for All”. To bring this vision to reality the WRHA Mental Health Program provides an integrated and comprehensive range of mental health services and supports primarily for residents of Winnipeg across the healthcare continuum that support and promote recovery. The Program endeavours to ensure access to the right combination of services, treatments and supports across the lifespan, providing seamless transitions from intensive to less intensive services. Through collaboration and partnership across various health, social service and community sectors the program strives to promote mental health and well-being for all, to reduce inequities and the impact of mental health problems and to work towards sustainability of mentally healthy individuals and communities.

MAIN FUNCTION:

The Community Mental Health Worker is responsible for the delivery of direct client service including the following:  assessment, implementation and evaluation of clinical services to clients/families; clinical case management; establishment of effective working relationships with clients, families, supervisors, colleagues, and other agencies. These functions are undertaken in accordance with the organizational policies and procedures, Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics as outlined by the incumbent’s professional licensing body.

The Community Child and Adolescent Treatment Services offers community-based mental health services to children, adolescents and their families.  In addition to the treatment modalities mentioned above therapy services include the following: screening/assessment; critical incident intervention; acute treatment and consultation; systems consultation and community education. These services are provided through a range of human service disciplines. Service is determined according to the needs of the client and family and may include general outreach services and general engagement and support to family and natural supports. The setting and duration of treatment will also vary according to client/family need. Easy access to service is promoted via flexible work schedules. At times service may be provided through partnership with other community agencies. The position will report to the Team Manager.

Experience

• Three to five years’ experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families.  
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate from an approved program: BSW, OT, BSc PN, RPN, BN, RN, Master's of Marriage and Family Therapy or related health human service degree. 

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current licensure or registration as per professional designation required.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and vehicle.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledgeable and skilled in recovery-oriented practice.
• Knowledge and understanding and ability to work within the bio/psycho/social/spiritual model of mental health.
• Effective networking, partnership and collaboration skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge and expertise in assessment, crisis intervention, and wellness, recovery and service planning.
• Able to use problem-resolution skills to handle sensitive and complex issues related to multiple service involvement.
• Exceptional ability to coordinate resources and provide interventions and support to individuals with complex needs and multi-system involvement.
• Skill/training in several of the following areas: clinical assessment; individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, play therapy, systems intervention. 
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development, stages of family development, systems theory, and the biopsychosicial model to mental health. 
• Knowledge of models of community based mental health service delivery.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in an integrated community setting as a member of a multidisciplinary team serving diverse populations and presenting issues.
• Ability to balance work requirements, including consultation with other professionals and service providers as required.
• Expertise in the area of mental health, including co-occurring substance use issues.
• Knowledge of the principles of trauma-informed care, equity, cultural safety and diversity. 
• A sound understanding of mental health, population health, health promotion, and primary health care.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve complex situations and manages sensitive issues.
• Proficiency in computerized systems including Windows environment, word processing, email, and databases.
• Adheres to all safety and health regulations and safe work practices.
• May be required to perform other duties and functions related to this job description not exceeding above stated skills and capabilities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel to meetings at various locations and see individuals in community settings.
• Flexible scheduling is required to balance individual needs and consultation schedules.