Toronto East Integrated Service Team (TE-IST)
One (1) Bargaining Unit, Permanent Full-Time Position
Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Existing Vacancy
Compensation: $29.40/hour-$34.11/hour
About Cota
Cota is an accredited not-for-profit organization that has been providing community-based support to people living with mental health and cognitive challenges for over 50 years. At present, our wide array of services delivers much needed support to over 4,000 people/year who live with mental health challenges, psychogeriatric mental health conditions, acquired brain injuries, developmental disabilities, dual diagnoses and/or the experience of homelessness. These services include, but are not limited to, case management, supportive housing and adult day program services. A full listing of our services can be viewed on our website at https://cotainspires.ca/
Cota is presently seeking a dynamic and innovative individual to join our amazing team in the capacity of the role outlined within this posting. Followed by our mission to support individuals with mental health and cognitive challenges to live well within their communities, we strive toward a vision of a supportive, inclusive society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. If you feel you have the skills and qualifications to perform the duties of this role while consistently exemplifying Cota’s values Hope, Respect, Dedication, Equity, Accountability, Collaboration and Innovation, we would love to hear from you.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Mental Health Case Manager to provide goal-focused, collaborative case management support to clients within the community. The role involves assessing clients’ mental health and broader needs, developing and monitoring individualized care plans, advocating for clients, coordinating services and supports, and supporting clients to work toward their identified goals. The Case Manager applies mental health knowledge and theory in practice while building collaborative relationships with clients, their support networks, and community partners.
About the Team
The Toronto East Integrated Service Team is presently seeking one (1) experienced, dynamic and motivated Case Manager to join our interdisciplinary program. This team is comprised of Case Managers who have expertise in Acquired Brain Injury, Mental Health, Dual Diagnosis, Geriatric Mental Health, and Addictions.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Case Manager’s primary duties may involve, but not necessarily be limited to:
Reviewing the referral information of applicants to the program
Coordinating and participating in screening interviews with applicants and their respective referral sources
Determining eligibility for the program and confirming acceptance of new clients into the program
Developing a collaborative, supportive and therapeutic relationship with each designated client for whom he/she is assigned primary responsibility
Completing a comprehensive assessment of the nature of each client’s unique goals and needs through cooperative engagement with each client and their respective support networks
Providing guidance and assistance to each client in relation to the development of both a personalized Client Safety Plan and a Recovery/Goal Plan
Providing direct practical support, coaching and counsel to clients in their pursuit of identified goals and needs
These supports may include, but not necessarily be limited to: Assistance in acquiring shelter, food, income, ID and clothing
Support in the development and maintenance of ADLs
Assistance in developing a healthy support network
Assistance in accessing primary health
Assistance in accessing psychiatric care
Assistance in developing personal skills in the areas of budgeting, medication management
Developing harm reduction strategies in relation to substance use
Assistance in the pursuit of educational/vocational interests




Assistance in developing personal self-management strategies
Assistance in accessing/securing safe/affordable housing

Researching and/or identifying options for alternate/supplementary community services and supports as required/requested
Assisting each client in accessing and coordinating other supports, services and appointments
Liaising with each client's support network members as appropriate and where client consent has been obtained
Assisting clients with emergency and/or crisis needs as required/appropriate
Assisting in coordinating and facilitating group activities/events which foster client engagement/participation, the development of social networks, and skill acquisition
Coordinating the purchasing of necessary program/activity supplies, and accounts for purchases in accordance with program guidelines
Participating in team meetings, providing input and ideas for improving services, efficiencies and ongoing program planning
Documentation and Data Entry:
Documents all service client contacts/interactions in the appropriate client chart according to COTA Health's documentation guidelines
Enters data relating to client interactions into COTA Health's database system according to data collection guidelines
Assists with other data collection activities within the program, as determined by the Supervisor and/or Team
Other Responsibilities:
Maintains current certification and/or up-to-date training in identified “Required Training” areas
Adheres to all COTA Health’s policies and procedures and follows established applicable program guidelines, procedures and practices
Adheres to all applicable legislation, particularly the Ontario Human Rights Code
Comply with all Health and Safety policies and procedures to ensure every reasonable precaution is taken for the protection of workers and clients and that health and safety concerns or incidents are responded to promptly
Works cooperatively, respectfully and constructively with clients, Team members, management, other service providers, and external stakeholders
Ensure that the confidentiality of clients, employees and COTA information is always maintained
Undertakes other related and/or delegated duties, as assigned
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
Either: a) A combination of a post-secondary degree/diploma in a related field and 2-3 years direct experience, assessed as being relevant to the specific target population being served Or, b) A combination of BSW, MSW or other regulated health care professional designation and a minimum of 1 year direct experience, assessed a being relevant to the specific target population being served
Community experience would be considered an asset
Knowledge and Skills:
Excellent clinical knowledge relevant to the target population being served and/or unique role, as demonstrated through specialized training, or previous work experience
Excellent clinical assessment/support skills relating to the specific target population
Advanced understanding of the values and principles associated with Recovery Oriented/Client Centred service delivery
Sound knowledge of community resources relevant to the target population being served and/or demonstrated ability to search for applicable resources/information
Ability to design and implement group activities and facilitate group meetings
Advanced crisis management and dispute resolution skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)




High level of computer literacy in relation to systems/applications used in the role (Word, E-mail, Internet)
Good judgment and ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with others
Consistent/ reliable and flexible
Ability to recognize safety issues and follow safe work practices
Demonstrated client-centred and customer focused approach
Ability to solve problems and make recommendations to resolve issues
Effective team player
Sensitive to challenges experienced by marginalized population groups such as poverty, access issues, mental health and addictions
We are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We recognize lived experience as a valuable form of knowledge and encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of experiences, identities, and perspectives - including those with lived experience of housing insecurity, mental health or substance use recovery, or engagement with community supports. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request.
Upon successful completion of a three-month period of employment, permanent full-time and permanent part-time staff working more than 20 hours per week will be eligible for employer-paid group insurance benefits. These employer-paid benefits will include:
Extended health care
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Dental care
Permanent full-time and permanent part-time staff working more than 20 hours per week are also required to enroll in employee-paid long-term disability coverage.
Additional Information:
Interview Process: Cota may choose to conduct parts/all of the hiring process virtually. Please note that as part of maintaining an agile workforce, all Cota staff may be required to be reasonably reassigned to support the operational needs of our essential services.
Screening Process: Please note that Cota uses AI to screen potential applicants for all roles.
We are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We recognize lived experience as a valuable form of knowledge and encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of experiences, identities, and perspectives - including those with lived experience of housing insecurity, mental health or substance use recovery, or engagement with community supports. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request.
Hope, Respect, Dedication, Equity, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation are key values of Cota. We are dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace, upholding dignity, and acknowledging each person's individual contributions and potential as an equal‑chance employer. We uphold the Ontario Human Right Code and strongly encourage applications from people of color, women, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ people, and others who provide various viewpoints. Cota ensures an accessible hiring process in line with the AODA principles, providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For any accommodation requests, please contact hr [email protected]
About Cota Health COTA Health (Cota) is an accredited, not-for-profit, community-based organization thathas been supporting adults with mental health and cognitive challenges to live wellwithin their communities for over 45 years. We provide person-centred supports thatassist individuals to find inspiration and hope in their inherent strengths and supportthem to pursue meaningful change in their lives, as they define it. Cota also workscollaboratively with our funders, our partners and other stakeholders, across theprovincial health and social service systems, to inspire positive change in the way thatservices are delivered to individuals living with mental health and cognitivechallenges.

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📌 Case Manager, Mental Health (Ontario)
🏢 COTA Health
📍 Ontario