Other Opportunities: Social Worker - M-Heart Program

Reference #	00560
Posted	Monday, February 6th, 2023 at 1:02pm
Scope	Public Applications Accepted
Position	Social Worker - M-Heart Program
Department	Mental Health
Term	Full-Time
Pay	as per the OPSEU collective agreement

Position	Social Worker (MSW) – M-Heart Program
Department	Mental Health Services – M-Heart Program
Status	Full-Time
Reports to	Manager, Mental Health
Direct reports	N/A

VALUES AND COMMITMENT

At Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH), our core values of Integrity, Quality, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork are at the centre of who we are and what we do. We remain committed to sustaining an experienced workforce that reflects Northumberland Hills Hospital’s dedication to recognising everyone’s contributions and respecting everyone’s dignity, unique experience, and potential.

EQUALITY AND ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Northumberland Hills Hospital remains respectful of all protected rights, in line with the grounds laid out by the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we welcome applications from all qualified applicants and interests from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

We strive to make our entire hiring process as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants if needed. For any hiring related accommodation needs and/or requests please email us via careers@nhh.ca

LOCATION

Located approximately 100 kilometres east of Toronto, NHH is a vibrant community hospital delivering a broad range of acute, post-acute, outpatient and diagnostic services. Directly serving a growing population of more than 60,000 residents spread across a mix of urban and rural settings, NHH directly employs approximately 750 people and relies on the additional support provided by a highly engaged and supportive network of physicians, midwives and volunteers.

ROLE OVERVIEW

M-HEART (Mental Health Engagement and Response Team) is an integration of the justice and health care system that will respond to individuals with mental illness and/or addictions in Northumberland County. The M-HEART program will operate five days per week in partnership with Northumberland OPP and Cobourg Police Services. The M-HEART Mental Health Social Worker is an experienced mental health clinician who works in partnership with Police as well as being an active member of the multi-disciplinary team at Northumberland Hills Hospital Community Mental Health Services. The M-HEART Social Worker will represent Northumberland Hills Hospital and the Community Mental Health Program when performing his/her duties in the community. The M-HEART Social Worker reports directly to the Clinical Manager and is positioned with a partnering police service in the M-HEART program.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have MSW or equivalent combination of education and experience
Current certificate of registration with a regulatory college such as Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, Ontario College of Registered Psychotherapists.
Minimum of 7 years’ experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
Current and demonstrated knowledge of psychotic illnesses including etiology, prognosis, and treatment modalities,
Experience in mental health teaching to clients, family, and community
Recent related clinical experience working with individuals with the a serious mental illness preferably in a community setting
Working knowledge of Mental Health Reform, Mental Health Act, privacy legislation
Valid driver’s license and insurance as incumbent will be required to drive their vehicle for the provision of mental health services.
Successful completion of a criminal reference review
CPR and First Aid Certification required.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Successful applicants are required to provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check, that was complete less than one year from the date of hire. This requirement must be met within the first sixty (60) days of employment.

Additionally to the above, successful applicants are also required to complete the Health Care Worker Health review process which includes providing an up-to-date immunization record to ensure compliance with the Ontario Hospital Association Communicable Diseases Surveillance Protocols within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff.

Due to the ongoing pandemic, Northumberland Hills Hospital may choose to conduct parts/all the hiring process virtually. The successful incumbent should expect the role to be in person. When attending the hospital kindly refrain from wearing strongly scented fragrances as we are a scent free environment. While we thank all those that express interest in this exciting position; kindly note that due to high volumes of interests, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to: Northumberland Hills Hospital Human Resources at careers@nhh.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest. Individuals selected for an interview will be notified.

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