Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Crisis Intake and Primary Care Navigation Social Worker  Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time   Status Permanent ( 0.6 FTE)   Opportunities Available Includes comprehensive health/dental benefits, 4-weeks paid vacations and sick leaves (prorated), HOOP (Pension Plan), Free parking on site, flexible work hours and more!   Category Integrated Health Services   Open Date 1/16/2025   Close Date   Description ROLE The Crisis Intake and Primary Care Navigation Social Worker at Carlington Community Health Centre plays a vital role in delivering integrated, client-centered care to individuals and families in the Carlington community. This position focuses on crisis intervention, care navigation, and addressing social determinants of health (SDOH) to improve health outcomes.   Position Requirements Education Master’s degree from a recognized university Social Work or in a relevant acceptable discipline. Eligible for membership in an appropriate professional regulatory body (Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers or College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario). Professional experience Minimum of three years of experience in community health, crisis intervention, or working with populations impacted by the social determinants of health, including food insecurity and substance use. Experience in providing community-based mental health and counselling services including crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment and intervention, short-term supportive counselling, harm reduction, group work, case management, referral, and advocacy. Experience in program development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Experience in a non-profit, community-based organization. Key Competencies Thorough knowledge of and proficiency in current assessment, intervention and counselling techniques. Thorough knowledge and understanding of community resources; relevant city service- provider networks, community-based health care, and income-maintenance legislation and services, and services relevant to addressing gender-based violence, and mental illness. Knowledge of the Carlington client-service area an asset. Sound knowledge of social determinants of health and their impact on healthcare access. Excellent knowledge of and experience with a harm reduction approach. Experience working with underserved and marginalized groups Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written. Excellent time management and organization skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a crisis situation. Demonstrated ability to work in an interdisciplinary team environment. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and various software applications, including Microsoft Office programs, client database software, and electronic medical record keeping in a client service setting. Linguistic Profile This position is designated under Carlington’s French Language Services Plan: French Oral Expression: Advanced + French Oral Comprehension: Superior French Reading: Intermediate + French Writing: Advanced + Bilingualism (French / English) is preferred, a third language is an asset  A third language relevant to our client population is an asset. Personal Suitability Sensitivity to the needs of marginalized and diverse clientele. Commitment to health promotion concepts, strategies, and philosophy. Commitment to community-based health care and social services, and strength-based philosophy and practices. Other Availability to work evenings and weekends if required   Salary Range $35.03 - $41.21 per hour   Reports to Reports to the Manager of Clinical Operations and Program Services, who reports to the IHS Program Director, who reports to the Executive Director.   Position Woman Abuse Counsellor   Post Internal Days 0   Created By Natacha Dessande   Number of Openings 1   Number Filled 0   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Hiring Manager(s) Sapna Nair   Req Number HEA-25-00002   Location 900 Merivale and Community locations   About the Organization Carlington Community Health Centre is a non-profit organization that puts today's most pressing health care challenges at the heart of their service delivery. We turn to the best professionals and employees to help improve the health and well-being of our community. We build trusting relationships with our clients and deliver quality services through a wide range of health and social services to parents and children, youth and teens, adults, and seniors. We look to help community members resolve problems and advance concerns in the community by providing organizational support and advocacy assistance to local groups and associations. Our mission is to improve, support and promote the health and well-being of the people and diverse communities we serve!   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. CCHC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from the BIPOC, LGBTQ+ communities and persons with disabilities.   French Job Description None Specified  This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now

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