Community Mental Health Worker- HOMES Niagara Falls Site

Who We Are

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 - HOMES- Niagara Falls Site

Good Shepherd Is seeking to fill 2 Community Mental Worker positions for our 24-hour supportive housing program in Niagara.

How You Will Make an Impact

As a Community Mental Health Worker you will extend our mission by working with supportive housing residents living with the challenges of mental illness substance use and a history of homelessness. As a member of a multi-disciplinary team you will help tenants maintain stable housing develop independent living skills and foster a sense of community and belonging. Working within trauma informed harm reduction frameworks you will :

• Deliver one-to-one assistance to residents transitioning into and maintaining housing.
• Offer supportive counselling case management crisis intervention conflict resolution and
• advocacy to help residents achieve personal goals and enhance quality of life.
• Provide education and resources on harm reduction and overdose prevention.
• Support residents in accessing medical care mental health services and withdrawal
• management and treatment programs as appropriate.
• Work with community partners to provide coordinated support.
• Identify community needs and contribute to the development and facilitation of resident driven programs including social recreational and educational activities.
• Encourage resident participation through committees and community events that foster
• empowerment and inclusion.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation complete required reports and statistics
• and contribute to program evaluation and quality improvement activities.
• Work in compliance with all Good Shepherd Health and Safety policies and the Occupational
• Health and Safety Act to ensure a safe environment for residents staff and visitors.

What Youll Bring to Our Team

What We Offer

Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work dedication and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone.

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 .

Key Skills

Abinitio,Lotus Notes,Advocacy,Apache Tomcat,Informatica,Interpretation

Employment Type : Contract

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1