- Baccalaureate Degree in Psychiatric Nursing or Social Work. Other combinations of related professional education and experience may be considered
- Current registration/licensure in good standing with applicable college
- Current certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Current certification in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
- Two (2) years full-time equivalent professional experience in an approved Mental Health Care setting in the past five (5) years; other combinations of related experience may be considered.
- Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License, or equivalent from province of residence, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health
- Demonstrated knowledge of current mental health trends, leading practices and the Mental Health Act and other related legislation
- Commitment to recovery-oriented practice and Co-occurring Disorder (COD) principles.
- Demonstrated expertise in emergency/crisis situations
- Demonstrated knowledge of and aptitude for working with the specified client population and setting including evidence-informed interventions
- Ability to maintain positive working relationships with clients, co-workers, interdisciplinary teams, community agencies and stakeholders
- Evidence of on-going professional development to maintain skills and knowledge
- Depending on department staffing and service requirements at the time of the vacancy, preference may be given to a specific gender or academic designation in accordance with the definitions for a CMHW
- Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology




- Demonstrated leadership
- Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
- Ability to prioritize in a changing environment
- Strong organizational, decision making and problem solving skills
- Ability to display independent judgment
- Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
- Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
- Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis

Qualifications

- Baccalaureate Degree in Psychiatric Nursing or Social Work. Other combinations of related professional education and experience may be considered
- Current registration/licensure in positive standing with applicable college
- Current certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Current certification in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
- Two (2) years full-time equivalent professional experience in an approved Mental Health Care setting in the past five (5) years; other combinations of related experience may be considered.
- Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License, or equivalent from province of residence, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health
- Demonstrated knowledge of current mental health trends, leading practices and the Mental Health Act and other related legislation




- Commitment to recovery-oriented practice and Co-occurring Disorder (COD) principles.
- Demonstrated expertise in emergency/crisis situations
- Demonstrated knowledge of and aptitude for working with the specified client population and setting including evidence-informed interventions
- Ability to maintain positive working relationships with clients, co-workers, interdisciplinary teams, community agencies and stakeholders
- Evidence of on-going professional development to maintain skills and knowledge
- Depending on department staffing and service requirements at the time of the vacancy, preference may be given to a specific gender or academic designation in accordance with the definitions for a CMHW
- Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
- Demonstrated leadership
- Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
- Ability to prioritize in a changing environment
- Strong organizational, decision making and problem solving skills
- Ability to display independent judgment
- Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
- Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
- Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis

Position Summary

The Community Mental Health Worker (CMHW) provides mental health service to residents of Prairie Mountain Health, and may be based in both community and facility settings. As a member of the assigned interdisciplinary team, the incumbent provides a broad range of mental health services to clients and their families, and acts as the primary

📌 Community Mental Health Worker (Brandon)
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