Mental health counselor Jobs in Winnipeg, MB

Position Overview

As an integral part of the Mental Health Program, the Proctor 3 provides service to individuals experiencing multiple needs due to mental health illness and who requires intensive input in order to maintain themselves in the community. Specific recovery goals and activities are identified by the client and the Community Mental Health Worker (CMHW). The focus of the Proctor 3 services will be providing rehabilitative and crisis supports in the areas of social behaviours, life skills, self-care, medication self-administration, coping skills, etc.

The Proctor demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the region/site/program.

Experience

• One year of volunteer/work experience with individuals having special needs.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Grade 12.
• Completion of an educational training program in the area of mental health plus one-year related volunteer/work experience.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license may be required.
• ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) is required or must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• MHFA (Mental Health First Aide) is required or must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• NVCI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) preferred.

Qualifications and Skills

• Understanding of individual empowerment and the recovery model.
• Knowledge of major mental illnesses and interventions.
• Understanding of the issues faced by individuals experiencing a mental illness.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Ability to provide safe, effective supports in a manner that considers each individual’s need for privacy, dignity and respect.
• Ability to assess, teach and demonstrate basic life skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a mental health care team.
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking skills.
• The ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Ability to work independently.

Physical Requirements

• May encounter aggressive and/or agitated individuals.
• Ability to work shift work and weekends.
• May require access to a reliable vehicle.
• May be required to travel.