Program assistant – medical withdrawal service

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)’s Acute Care Program based in Toronto, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Program assistant. Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)’s Acute Care Program is a leading institution specializing in mental health and addiction treatment. Its Acute Care Program offers immediate support for individuals experiencing severe mental health crises. CAMH delivers tailored assessments and treatment plans. This program effectively stabilizes patients while facilitating their transition to ongoing care. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
Program: Acute Care Program
Position: Program assistant – medical withdrawal service
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $23.25 – $28.66 hourly
Employment Type: Part time/Permanent
Job Category: OPSEU
Location: Toronto, ON, CA
Requisition ID: 1250

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the French or English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of a Grade 12 education
Experience: Candidates should have at least one year of health care-related experience

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should have the ability to work with clients, teams, and stakeholders from diverse ethno-racial and cultural backgrounds, demonstrating high levels of sensitivity and diplomacy

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should possess CPR Certification and a Personal Care Worker Certificate or be in the process of pursuing a certificate, diploma, degree in a health-related field
• The candidates should have the ability to reflect on their own biases and demonstrate empathy for clients
• The candidates should possess effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a multi-professional team environment
• The candidates should be reliable, cooperative, and client-focused, demonstrating motivation and initiative as a team player
• The candidates should have effective organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, both verbal and written
• The candidates should be familiar with clinical care and issues specific to mental health and addictions settings
• The candidates should be bilingual (French or English) and proficient in a second language

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to contribute to the organization and safe, optimal function of the unit under the direction of clinical staff and promote the maintenance of a therapeutic milieu as part of an interprofessional team
• The candidates should be able to operate within a trauma-informed, harm-reduction paradigm, contributing to and participating in supportive interactions and monitoring for both individual clients and groups, providing direct care and support
• The candidates should be able to accompany clients for medical clearance and other necessary transfers as deemed
• The candidates should be able to supervise and facilitate client participation in group and individual activities in collaboration with clinicians
• The candidates should be able to communicate both verbally and in writing regarding behavioural observations, assessments, and clients’ responses to care interventions
• The candidates should be able to take an active role in maintaining both dynamic and static safety elements within the program and service
• The candidates should be able to support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork, and complies with all applicable regulatory and legislative requirements
• The candidates should be able to work shift rotations and on weekends as required by the position

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.

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