Crisis intervention and client assessment define this regular part time Crisis Support Worker position at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa. Shifts include days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
Within Crisis Beds at Durham Mental Health Services, the Crisis Support Worker assists individuals experiencing emotional and personal crises. The position includes psychosocial intervention, risk assessment, service planning, and recovery-focused support. You will work onsite, by telephone, and in clients’ preferred environments.
Key Responsibilities: Support clients at crisis locations and over the phone
Complete comprehensive assessments, risk assessments, and environmental screens
Provide supportive counselling and psychosocial crisis intervention
Develop service plans, recovery plans, and discharge plans




Maintain timely client records and report incidents in writing
Requirements: Human Services diploma or degree from an accredited institution
Three years of related work experience; addictions experience preferred
Current CPR Level C certification from Heart and Stroke Foundation
Valid driver’s licence and vehicle with required liability coverage
Knowledge of mental illness, addictions, confidentiality, and crisis intervention
Apply crisis intervention, assessment, de-escalation, and service planning skills supporting clients through Durham Mental Health Services.

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📌 Crisis Support Worker Durham Mental Health (Ontario)
🏢 Lakeridge Health
📍 Ontario