Description
POSITION TYPE FULL-TIME, 35 HOURS/WEEK
The Opportunities
We have two full-time regular Rehabilitation Worker positions available in CMHA’s Housing Services program. As part of our mission, we are developing a comprehensive community housing and wellness support continuum encompassing all three levels of Housing First: Intensive Case Management, Rapid Rehousing, and Assertive Community Treatment.
The Positions
The Rehabilitation Worker supports individuals experiencing mental illness, addictions, and homelessness by developing personalized plans, using evidence-based approaches, fostering community partnerships, and helping them choose, get, and keep meaningful roles and skills for success and satisfaction in their chosen environment. A full job description is available on request.
The Qualifications
Required
- Completed 3-year post-secondary human service degree. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
- Two years’ experience in a community-based social service setting (mental health, addiction, housing).
- Knowledge of issues related to poverty, homelessness, mental health, addictions, recovery and related systems and community services.
- Understanding of Impact of stigma, trauma, colonization and cultural healing practices.
- Clinical assessment and case management skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Demonstrates cultural safety and works effectively with individuals with various backgrounds.
- Presentation and facilitation skills. Tailor and present content to diverse audiences.
- Provided criminal record check with vulnerable sector search and both an adult and child abuse registry check, with results deemed satisfactory to the CMHA.
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Proven history of dependable performance and conduct.
Preferred
- Willingness to acquire the Certified Psychosocial Rehabilitation and recovery Designation (CPRRP).
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).
- Experience with Motivational Interviewing, Stages of Change, Housing First, Harm Reduction, Psychosocial Rehabilitation, community engagement and outreach.
- Time management, assisting, problem-solving, and advocacy skills.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable, Manitoba registered vehicle.
Please send a cover letter and a resume to employerrep@abcentre.org.
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