Department: Nipissing Crisis Intervention

Initial competition is now closed.
We are continuing to accept applications until a candidate is selected.

The Community Withdrawal Management Services (CWMS) and Protected Beds (Mental Health & Justice Beds and Crisis Beds) unit operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing withdrawal management, crisis stabilization, and short-term support for individuals experiencing substance use concerns, mental health crises, and/or addictions crises. While working within a multidisciplinary team,the Case Worker works collaboratively with the individual, their natural supports, and community partners to ensure safety, promote recovery, and enable a smooth transition to longer-term supports.

QUALIFICATIONS
Certification/Experience/Knowledge

Must have minimum two year diploma or degree in the health/social sciences required

Recent 2-3 year experience working in the field of Addictions and Mental Health required

Recent 1-2 year experience working in Community Mental Health and Addictions required

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers (HCP) Certificate required (recent within the last twelve months)

Current Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Certificate an asset

Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of Best Practices in mental health and addictions

Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in applying the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation (including assessment, treatment and rehabilitation)

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in implementing recovery informed approaches including motivational interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)



informed techniques

Previous experience using different evidence based therapeutic interventions

Advanced knowledge of community resources and service systems that support individuals with serious mental illness and concurrent disorders

Advanced skills in case management, system navigation and advocacy to support individuals in accessing resources and services

Conduct community/home visits to support with transitions and stabilization after hospitalization and optimize recovery while being connected to other community supports

Exemplifies our organization’s C.A.R.E. values

Knowledge of Patient and Family Partnered Care Practices

Ability to work collaboratively with all members of an Interdisciplinary health care team which includes clients, families and community partners

Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a self-directed manner

Participation in ongoing clinical education for professional growth

Ability to provide a safe and non-threatening environment to clients

Excellent crisis intervention assessment and problem solving skills





Valid class G Driver’s License and Ministry of Transportation Driver’s Abstract required for extensive travel within the catchment area

Access to a safe and reliable vehicle with sufficient insurance ($2,000,000) to allow for work-related use

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Good attendance and work record required

Ability to meet the physical demands required for a community based team

Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization

Must demonstrate good attendance and work record

Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is required. All unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply and may be considered if the identified French requirement has been met or there are no successful bilingual candidates. A formal French test will be conducted to evaluate the proficiency level.

Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the OPSEU 662 Collective Agreement

North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

All new hires are required to complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), as applicable to the position. A satisfactory result, in accordance with organizational requirements, is a condition of employment.

NORTH BAY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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📌 NEW* Case Worker {OPSEU-115} (Ontario)
🏢 North Bay Regional Health Centre
📍 Ontario