Case Manager (Multidisciplinary Team)

Vacancies Available: 1

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent

Location: Toronto, ON

Hours of Work: 37.5

Union: Yes, OPSEU L5116

Annual Rate: $53,476.11-$66,472.75

Benefits: Full time positions are eligible for vacation, paid-sick days, as well as health and RRSP benefits.

Reconnect is a thriving, not-for-profit health care provider in the west end of Toronto. We take our commitment to our clients and work seriously. We value innovation, compassion, and hard work, as well as the importance of building relationships and having fun while doing our jobs.

We are very excited to offer the opportunity for a Case Manager to join our dynamic organization. If you are seeking a role that combines challenge, growth, and a chance to make a real impact, look no further!

About Us:

Reconnect Health Services is a not-for-profit health service organization in the west end of Toronto. Our services include supports for seniors, caregivers, and people living with mental health and addictions concerns. We pride ourselves on being at the forefront of client-centred care in our sector.

Reporting to a program manager, the Case Manager will be a member of a multi-disciplinary team of mental health professionals offering intensive support to individuals with complex mental health and physical health needs.

What You'll Do:

You will be entrusted with a wide range of responsibilities, including:

• Initiate intakes and conduct needs assessments;
• Develop and implement plan of care with short and long-term objectives, with ongoing monitoring until clients can be discharged from service;
• Provide case management services which include assessment, intensive case management, long term planning, and follow up services when needed;
• Screen and respond to crisis calls initiated by clients, family members, friends, health care providers, and community agencies;
• Refer and link clients and caregivers to a range of community resources, including housing, legal supports, health supports, meals, drop-in centres, social recreational program, clothing exchanges, etc.;
• Work closely with transitional care, acute care, emergency departments, rehabilitation centres, and other professionals, agencies and groups, to identify problems and possible solutions for service provision and improvement.

The successful candidate will possess:

• University degree and/or Community College Diploma in social services or related field
• Minimum three years related experience in direct service delivery to adults with serious mental illness
• Demonstrated experience supporting individuals with mental health and substance use issues from a recovery and harm reduction approach

What We're Looking For:

To thrive in this exciting role, we seek candidates with:

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Demonstrated case management and referral skills; and ability to effectively link clients to supportive services
• Self-directed and independent, but also experienced in working effectively as a member of multi-disciplinary team, which includes internal and external stakeholders
• Applied computer skills (Microsoft Office, Client Information Systems, Web browsing)
• Fluency in a second language is a strong asset and preferred
• Valid Driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle is required

Special Requirements:

• Criminal background check;
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends, as required.

Application Process:

Are you excited about the prospect of joining our team? We can't wait to hear from you! Please submit your resume and attend our in person event by clicking the Indeed link.

To request an accommodation in the application process, contact us by phone at (416) 676 1829

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $53,476.11-$66,472.75 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• RRSP match

Experience:

• Direct service delivery to adults with mental illness: 3 years (preferred)
• Case management and referral: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• G class driver's license and access to a personal vehicle (required)
• Post secondary education in social services or related field (required)

Work Location: In person