Mental Health Worker

Why join CMHA Kenora

We are a team committed to our vision of mental health support for all. We offer an inclusive innovative and high-performance work culture that helps us deliver transformational organization cares about the growth safety and well-beingof employees and offers :

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Comprehensive Health Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Deadline to apply : January 21 2026

Mental Health Worker

Assertive Community Treatment Team

Employer : CMHA Kenora Branch

Job Title : Mental Health Worker

Work Location : Assertive Community Treatment Team

Employment Status : Full-Time 12-Month Contract

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Overview :

This member of the Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) multidisciplinary team has a bachelors level degree other than a regulated health profession. He or she has the clinical skill and experience to assess plan develop coordinate and provide treatment rehabilitation and support services to program clients with severe and persistent mental illnesses; may have knowledge or experience in vocational rehabilitation and concurrent disorders treatment. This position reports directly to the ACT Team Leader.

Qualifications :

B.A. in a behavioural science preferred

Knowledge of mental health / illness and mental health difficulties

Assessment / Evaluation skills

Working knowledge of community resources and agencies

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Computer literacy and recording skills

Cultural Competence for diverse populations

Valid Drivers Licence

Criminal Records Check

Certification in CPR and First Aid or willingness to obtain same

Duties :

Adherence to all policies of the CMHA Kenora Branch

Assurance of confidentiality of all client personnel and organizational records and information

Maintenance of client files and data files including updating of client information consistent with policies and procedures of the CMHA

Participation in training and educational opportunities

Maintenance of professional qualifications; ongoing education and skills development

Participation in administrative and office functions

Perform shift management as per established policies and procedures

Provide crisis intervention advocacy education as indicated

Develop and deliver a Specialist Role such as Vocational Rehabilitation Life Skills or other role as determined by the Team

Provide case management for an assigned group of clients and their families. This includes providing side by side individual support to assist clients in obtaining the necessities of daily living.

Assessment of client needs and mental status and the development of appropriate treatment plans

Facilitate and monitor the implementation of client treatment plans

Participate in daily staff meetings and treatment plan meetings

Plan structure and provide group and individual leisure time activities on evenings weekends and holidays

Participate on specific Committees or task or work groups as assigned by the Supervisor

Provide a safe environment by ensuring adherences to Workplace Health and Safety Regulations and Policies Infection Control Guidelines WHIMIS and Safe Work Procedures; including but not limited to Fire Disaster and Evacuation Plans

Ensure client safety and client safety activities are emphasized throughout orientation of new staff members

Support an environment which avoids prevents and corrects all activities or actions which may result in an adverse outcome in the delivery of mental health services

Responsible for self care

Other duties as directed

How to Apply :

Please submit your cover letter and resume to :

The Canadian Mental Health Association Kenora Branch welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Contract

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1