Who We Are:Canadian Mental Health Association Durham is an integrated community mental health and primary care hub that has been providing mental health services to Durham Region for over 60 years.During that time, it has evolved to provide a broad range of services to individuals and their families experiencing mental health challenges, from information and education to case management, psychosocial rehabilitation, housing and primary healthcare. These services are provided through inter-professional teams focused on providing clinically based services that, in addition to dealing with client mental health issues, address social determinants of health using the recovery model.Overview of the Role:This position provides case management, advocacy and support services to mental health clients within the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Durham.Duties and Responsibilities:Participates as a member of a high performance, multi-service team managing an assigned caseload of mental health clients within a variety of community settingsProvides service in an integrated shared care model within a care teamProcesses client intakes and reviews assessment information by identifying goals and preparing individualized supportive client care plans that promote long- term stability and growthDevelop, implement, evaluate and revise treatment goal plans in collaboration with clients and care team membersEnsures that clients understand CMHA Durham services and agree to the expectations related to Housing and Case Management Services using appropriate service agreementsWorks with clients in one-on-one and/or group situations teaching life skills that promote sharing of responsibilities associated with reaching their goals to move onto independent housingProvides case management services in a respectful individualized, supportive and flexible mannerDelivers medications to clients and monitors effectiveness, potential side effects and/or interactionsSupports and assists clients with maintaining their skills to live independently in the community and promotes safe and healthy living standards ensuring that client's basic needs of food, clothing and shelter are metProvides support services to clients assisting with scheduled appointments, arranging transportation to appointments and/or accompanying clients to appointments,



as necessarySupports clients to establish and foster peer supports and natural family connectionsEstablishes supportive therapeutic relationship with clients and advocates for, and with, clientsConsults and collaborates with community resources and service providers ensuring clients obtain the most appropriate services and receive continuity in their careDocuments client contacts, creates daily logs, summaries and completes reports in a timely manner, as outlined in the CMHA Durham policies and proceduresProvides on-call services to clients and acts as back up coverage to staff, as requiredPerforms other tasks as assigned by managementClient Safety:Adhere to CMHA Durham client safety programs including program policies as well as infection control and prevention procedures. In partnership with clients, family members, and fellow staff, maintain open lines of communication to assist the organization in identifying and achieving quality outcomes for client safety. Report client safety incidents and suggested improvements to manager or delegate.Other Duties as Assigned:Attend, participate in team meetings and all employee meetingsParticipate in organizational quality improvement activities, e.G. accreditation projects, committee work, special eventsParticipate in quality improvement activities at the team/program levelThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position.Effort:Sits at a desk, as well as stands and walks daily, in order to perform the duties of the jobConcentration, attentiveness, and creativity required daily to attend meetings, develop Client Care Plans, teach life skills, manage a caseload, prepare documents, listen to clients, etc.Risk Management:Minimizes risks adhering to CMHA Durham Policies and Procedures identifying, assessing,



evaluating and controlling risks ensuring well-being of employees and clients.Qualifications:Post-secondary education in a related area of study (i.E. mental health, social sciences or human services) and a minimum of one year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experienceSound knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent Act, social service benefits and related legislation in OntarioAbility to develop and maintain a positive therapeutic relationship with clientsAbility to develop and maintain positive relationships with community partners and represent the agency in a skilled manner at all timesAbility to acquire and utilize community resources effectively to meet client needsExcellent communication (written and verbal) skillsAbility to work with individuals of diverse backgroundsAbility to organize and present informationFlexibility to changeAbility to work independently when necessaryAbility to think critically and creativelyValid Ontario Driver's license, access to a dependable vehicle in safe working order and appropriate insurance coverageWorks a variable work schedule, which may include evenings and weekends, as requiredKnowledge of MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook), as well as the internetWorking Conditions:Works in office and work field environmentsExposure to abusive/irate clients, distractions, interruptions and deadlinesLittle exposure to hazardsStaff will be responsible for entering units of people who smoke and or have petsWhat we Offer:CMHA Durham is a non-profit community-based organization that believes that mental and physical health care is for everyone regardless of class, race, sexuality, gender, age, faith, or ability.hybrid working modelmemberships to meditation appscompetitive vacationwellness time100% employer paid health benefitswork-life balance is not only encouraged but expectedMonday – Friday work week has 35 hours for most positionbirthday off with payCMHA Durham endorses the principles of workforce diversity and does not use AI algorithms or automated decision-making in the recruitment process. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Please advise us if you require any level of accommodation, we are here to help and support you.Read more about us at CMHADurham.Org/getinvolved.

📌 Case Manager, 6-Month Contract (Oshawa)
🏢 CMHA Durham
📍 Oshawa