THERAPEUTIC RECREATIONIST
Part-Time Contract Position
The Canadian Mental Health Association is seeking an individual for the position of Therapeutic Recreationist for their Evening Social Recreation Rehabilitation Program. This is a part-time contract position.
The successful candidate must possess communication skills and be outgoing. They will be responsible for the planning and implementation of social/recreation rehabilitation programs.
Qualifications include: a university degree/college diploma in recreation, social work or social service worker with experience in the mental health field and/or addictions. Related experience in Therapeutic Recreation. Experience working with other special needs populations would be a definite asset.
Candidates must be registered or eligible for registration in a professional college or association. This position requires a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle. French speaking an asset. Please quote competition ESRRP0119.
Deadline for applications: Friday, January 25, 2019
APPLY IN WRITING TO:
careers@cmhahamilton.ca
Attention: Director of ESRRP
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The Canadian Mental Health Association is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities. We thank all who apply, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted. |
Concurrent Nurse Case Manager
CMHA Primary Health Care Clinic
Part-Time Contract Position
Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse Coordinator, the Concurrent Nurse Case Manager will provide coordinated primary and mental health care to individuals served by the Primary Health Care Clinic (PHCC) at the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Hamilton Branch. This is a part-time contract position, 2 days per week for one year.
The Concurrent Nurse Case Manager will:
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge, specialized skills and understanding of individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Deliver client-centred care based on the physical, psychosocial, cultural, safety and learning needs of the individual.
- Manage clinic intakes and facilitate day-to-day operations of the clinic.
- Work within the Policies and Procedures of CMHA Hamilton and the Agency’s requirements including Accreditation Canada’s standards and quality improvement initiatives.
- Represent the agency and program in a professional, collaborative manner and remain receptive to professional development opportunities.
Candidates must possess a degree in nursing, registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and current practice insurance. Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle is required. Experience working with individuals who have a serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorder is required. French speaking is an asset. Please quote competition #PHCC1118.
APPLY IN WRITING TO:
Executive Director
Canadian Mental Health Association, Hamilton Branch
131 John St. S.
Hamilton, ON L8N 2C3
email: careers@cmhahamilton.ca
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The Canadian Mental Health Association is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities. We thank all who apply, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted. |
Community Mental Health Careers Website
The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care has a free web resource, “Working in Mental Health,” that includes job postings and information about:
- community mental health careers;
- related College and University programs;
- profiles of persons currently working in the sector, and
- a short description of the range of community mental health supports and services.
Visit www.workinginmentalhealth.ca.