Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.
Position Overview
Under the general direction of the CRC/CSU Clinical Team Leaders and Managers, and in collaboration with the CRC/CSU Clinical Team, the incumbent is responsible for providing supportive services to individuals in mental health or psychosocial crisis.
- Maintenance of key Working Relationships.
- Client/Family Support and Monitoring.
- Documentation.
- Maintenance of Premises.
- Other Duties as Assigned.
Experience
- Minimum of two years mental health experience at the para-professional level, providing support services to adults with mental illness required.
- Understanding of Recovery Oriented Guidelines.
- Basic familiarity of a range of mental illness presentations.
- Basic knowledge Mental Health Programs and Services.
- Familiarity with relevant aspects of the Mental Health Act, Personal Health Information Act and Child & Family Services Act.
- Familiarity with Crisis Intervention Theory and risk management responsibilities.
- Understanding of Trauma Informed Care.
- Understands the basic tenets of Mental Health Promotion, Suicide Prevention Initiatives and CODI Initiatives.
- ASIST and Suicide Assessment and Intervention.
- Knowledge and experience in working with people with substance-related concerns.
The Employer may use this posting to establish an eligibility list. Such lists may be maintained for a period of time not exceeding six (6) months.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
- Complete High School Education, Manitoba Standards.
- Completion of a recognized Community College Diploma program in Social Services, or a related health discipline preferred.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience as recognized by Crisis Response Services may be considered.
- Mental Health First Aide and ASIST certificates or willingness to obtain.
- Safe Food Handling Certificate or willingness to obtain.
- Computer skills including Internet and Microsoft Programs (Word, Outlook, EMR).
- Addiction related training is an asset.
The Crisis Response Centre has a mandate to provide service in French; preference will be given to bilingual (French/English) candidates.
Certification/Licensure/Registration
- Must have a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license.
Qualifications And Skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to receive and give direction.
- Ability to coordinate and collaborate with resources.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Crisis Intervention and Time Management skills.
- Robust verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills through clear communication and positive behav