Relief Mental Health Crisis Worker - Barrett Centre

Rate of Pay: $28.74- $33.14 (Starting salary will be determined by factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions)

Reason for Posting: The posting is for an existing vacancy.

Good Shepherd is seeking to fill multiple positions with varying schedules for our growing needs. Applicants must have the flexibility to work any day of the week, based on program requirements. If you are looking for a career working with amazing people while helping your community thrive, then this opportunity is for you, and we want to hear from you. We urge individuals that have retired, semi-retired, are returning to the workforce, those that are new to Canada and recent graduates to also apply.

At Good Shepherd, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive equal and authentic workplace.

At Good Shepherd, we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd, visit our website at

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd - Mental Health Crisis Worker Barrett Centre

The Barrett Centre provides crisis intervention supports to all those aged 16+ of any gender identity. The program provides services including 16 short-term respite beds, in-person and telephone support, information and referral; crisis assessment, counseling and support; symptom stabilization for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis.

• Be compassionate, hospitable, and non-judgmental
• Conduct risk and suicide assessment, crisis intervention, de-escalating strategies
• Determine care planning & crisis counseling
• Continuous monitoring and evaluation; individual support
• Provide linkage and community referral; advocacy; collaboration and coordination with other service providers
• Be a part of shared hands-on responsibility for program operation
• Staff are also provided the opportunity for training and education, co-facilitation of programming and groups, and collaboration with other community partners and co-workers
• Responsible for participating in Good Shepherd's Health and Safety programs, procedures and work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations to minimize risk to clients, staff and others as well as to the property of the Good Shepherd

• Demonstrate a commitment to the mission values of Good Shepherd with sensitivity to the issues related to mental illness, addictions, poverty, homelessness and dual diagnosis
• Related post-secondary education with a degree in social work, nursing or related fields is required
• 5 years' experience working with adults in mental health and addictions preferred
• Previous experience in crisis work is an asset
• Must have an ability to adapt interventions to diverse populations
• Fluency in a 2nd language is an asset
• CPR certification or willingness to be certified is required
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd
• Demonstrated understanding of workplace health and safety practices and understanding of an employee's responsibility under current legislation.
• Must be willing to work twelve hour rotating shifts and alternate weekends

• Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
• Make a difference and provide HOPE

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources at .

Salary: $28.74 - $33.14 per hour

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