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Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Crisis Stabilization Space Direct Service - (OPSEU) Part-time, Contract (End date: March 31, 2027) London, ON (London Zone) This posting is the result of an existing vacancy.

• - Application Deadline: May 11, 2026 - When individuals in our community experience an urgent mental health or addictions crisis, they deserve a response that is person-centred and supportive, while focusing on personal dignity and wellbeing. At the Crisis Stabilization Space, you will provide short-term support for individuals accessing the programs.

By ensuring the safety of all who enter the program, we encourage empowerment and crisis resolution while maintaining a calm and respectful environment for all.

Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team! WHAT WE'RE OFFERING: What you'll be making - Starting rate for this role is $27.14 per hour (Level 1 – Direct Service), with a wage differential, based on regulation ( $30.01 per hour for Level 1 – Direct Service, Regulated): Successful candidates who are registered with one of the designated professional colleges (e.g.

OCSWSSW, CNO, COTO, CRPO, CPSO, or CPO) will receive the wage differential for regulation Successful external applicants will start at Level 1, with grid progression based on seniority up to Level 8 ($34.41 per hour for non-regulated, and $37.26 per hour for regulated) For internal applicants, grid level placement will occur as per the Collective Agreement When you'll work – 12 hours bi-weekly, rotating afternoons, evenings & weekends What your benefits will be - 9% in lieu of benefits Your pension plan - Immediately eligible for optional enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Contribute to a welcoming and supportive environment for clients Establish a therapeutic relationship to maximize the benefits of engagement between the staff person and the individual Complete mental health and addictions assessments and interventions based on the theory of crisis management including rapid response, risk assessment, de-escalation, stabilization, and referral to determine individual needs and level of risk Apply mental health and addictions assessments to determine client’s needs, level of risk, discuss and determine recommended services and supports Utilize interventions consistent with a harm reduction approach In partnership with the client, coordinate and facilitate linkages to appropriate services and supports in the community Provide information regarding resources found within both the broader addiction and mental health system and the community in general Provide short-term follow-up support to bridge the gap from referral to engagement with a longer-term support service, as needed When appropriate, act as a liaison with caregivers and/or support providers who are involved with the individual to facilitate a coordinated approach to service provision Provide health teaching and information regarding a variety of coping techniques and strategies, e.g.

grounding, breathing techniques, self-care, nutrition, sleep hygiene, techniques to enhance overall well-being, the completion of crisis plans Reach Out Responsibilities: Provide crisis intervention services and supports on the Reach Out Crisis line via phone, text and web chat Respond to voicemails from the Reach Out Crisis line Establish a therapeutic relationship with callers to the Reach Out line, and work with these clients to address their immediate concerns WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY: Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months.

Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 5 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC.

We require the following qualifications: College diploma or university degree in a mental health or addictions related field or a minimum of 3 years of experience in a direct-service role and some post-secondary education in a mental health or addictions related field (primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.e.

original degree/diploma or official transcript) Ability to attend work regularly Current, satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check We prefer the following qualifications: 3 years’ experience working in mental health field 2 years’ experience in mental health crisis intervention Training in crisis intervention and crisis resolution, including ASIST WHMIS training First Aid and CPR certification Experience with, and detailed knowledge of, mild, moderate & serious mental illnesses, usually gained by several years of working with this population Experience working in a community-based setting; preferably with an established network of service & support resources Bilingual both official languages, preferred; une préférence sera accordée aux personnes possédant des compétences dans les deux langues officielles du Canada INTERNAL APPLICANTS: To be considered as an internal applicant, current staff members are reminded to apply using their @cmhatv.ca or @slwar.ca email address.

Get your application in by – May 11, 2026: Our recruitment process allows us to learn about your previous work experience, your qualifications and your commitment to fulfilling our vision.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those individuals being considered for a position will be personally contacted by someone from the interview team. We welcome and encourage applications from all members of our community including persons of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of visible minorities.

If you require accommodations related to a disability at any point during the recruitment process, please contact Human.Resources@cmhatv.ca Legal Notifications: For legal purposes our full business name is: Canadian Mental Health Association Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services Artificial Intelligence is not currently employed in our recruitment processes Powered by JazzHR