Crisis Worker - Casual (2019-167)

Choose Collingwood General & Marine Hospital:

Explore a role with Collingwood General & Marine Hospital (CGMH) and live your ideal lifestyle. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, you have the opportunity to enjoy the 4-season recreational community.

CGMH is a 70-bed facility serving more than 60,000 permanent residents and 3.5 million annual visitors to the communities of Wasaga Beach, Collingwood, Clearview and the Blue Mountains. CGMH is an acute care hospital providing emergency care, diagnostic services including lab, imaging and cardio respiratory therapy, as well as two inpatient units (medicine and surgery). In addition, CGMH provides care in specialty areas including obstetrics, orthopaedics, intensive care and surgery. The Hospital also provides outpatient care including dialysis and a wide range of clinics including mental health and rehabilitation services. There are endless opportunities for families, adventure seekers, boaters, foodies and so much more.

Corporate Culture:

At Collingwood General & Marine Hospital, we are anchored by our vision, mission and values and guided by our strategic directions. If you exhibit the core values of CGMH; Inclusive, Caring, Accountable, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork, Adaptable, we want you to join us in providing exceptional services to our patient and their families.

The Opportunity:

Functions as part of an interdisciplinary team to deliver psychiatric emergency services, crisis intervention and stabilization care in accordance with the hospital philosophy, competency guidelines and the standards of practice as per designated college. The Crisis Worker is responsible for responding to crisis/emergency situations of patients presenting in the Emergency Department and patients referred for internal psychiatric consultation within Collingwood General and Marine Hospital. Using a crisis intervention model, the Crisis Worker will conduct a comprehensive psychiatric assessment of the patient and an in-depth risk assessment. Working within the interdisciplinary team, the Crisis Worker will contribute to the patient care plan, referral and/or discharge plan in partnership with the patient, caregiver/family and appropriate community services.

Qualifications:

• Current Certificate of Registration with Regulated Health Profession

• University Degree in Social Work, Nursing or Occupational Therapy

• Current BCLS certification

• Recent experience (within the last 5 years) in acute mental health sector.

• Sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act of Ontario

• Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification required

• Demonstrated experience with crisis intervention techniques and theory-based practice in working with the seriously mentally ill.

• Demonstrated knowledge on risk assessments, suicide prevention.

• Knowledge and/or experience with chemical dependency and co-occurring disorders

• Knowledge of community resources available to patients with psychosocial, psychiatric, and chemical dependence needs

• Proficient computer skills

• Demonstrated commitment to a patient/family centred care environment

• Demonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independently

• Must strive to continuously provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, staff, physicians, and volunteers

• Must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act

• Must have an ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) in the English language in order to provide excellent communication with team members, patients and families. Ability to communicate in additional language(s) is considered an asset.

• Must have basic computer skills

• Must be dedicated to professional growth & development

• Must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position, which may include physical demands such as moving/transferring patients, pushing, pulling, bending, etc.

• Must have demonstrated excellent attendance/performance record

• Excellent organization and prioritization skills

• Ability to work independently and effectively communicate with other members of the health care team

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assesses, records and reports the health status of assigned patient to identify and document patient status

• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, community partners, and the patient and caregiver/family to develop and modify a patient care plan, including the flow of care, to address the assessed needs of the individual

• Provides client centered care by performing therapeutic interventions

More Information:

Location: Outpatient Mental Health

Employment Type: Casual

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Hours of Work: 12 hour shifts (1000 to 2200).

Please be reminded that as a Hospital, in order to provide the necessary patient care, our operations run 24/7. Therefore, depending on the program for which you are applying, it may be an expectation that you are available to work week days and weekends, as well as all shifts - days, evenings, and nights.

Wage: $39.04 - $48.02 per hour

Benefits: This position includes a comprehensive non-union benefit plan, including but not limited to extended health and dental coverage, life and accident insurance, paid vacation and sick days, short/long term disability plans, HOODIP pension plan, Employee & Family Assistance Program and access to CGMH Perkopolis discounts.

This position also includes 8% vacation pay and 14% pay in lieu of benefits as well as access to

the Employee & Family Assistance Program and access to CGMH Perkopolis discounts.

CGMH endorses the Health Care Providers Group Insurance Plan which provides Group Benefits

for you and your eligible dependents by enrollment only.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are interested in joining our inspiring team, please apply online before 11:59pm EST on the posting close date by submitting an updated copy of your resume and cover letter in PDF or Word format.

Due to the volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised that as part of the mandatory screening process CGMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation, plus a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check.

Collingwood General and Marine Hospital is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. We encourage all qualified individuals including visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2s+ persons, and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace to apply. If contacted regarding a competition, please advise Human Resources of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.