EMPLOYMENT PACKAGE:

The following employment package contains information to apply for the Shelter Worker

– Off the Street Emergency Shelter – Casual position.

The package contains (for your information):

1. Job Posting

2. Job Description “Shelter Worker, Low Barrier Shelter”

3. Scenario Questions

4. Employment Application

5. Job Applicant Screening Form

Requirements for submission:

1. Applicant’s Resume & Cover Letter

2. Completion of Application Form

3. Completion of Scenario Questions (2)

4. Completion of Job Applicant Screening Form

POSTING: Shelter Worker, Casual position

If you want to work with a community leader in mental health and addictions services, then come work with us! As a recovery-oriented and people focused organization, we utilize evidence-based and best practices, through a psychosocial rehabilitation approach. We are proud of our positive and fair work-place culture, where staff have opportunities for learning and development. We value staff and offer work-life balance with a generous vacation package, benefits and pension plan. We are looking for motivated team players with a desire to make a difference!

RESPONSIBILITY: Reporting to the Coordinator of Shelter Services, the Shelter Worker (SW) will provide assistance, support and advocacy to individuals accessing the shelter who identify as male or without a gender, “Non-Binary,” and are comfortable in a men’s shelter. The Shelter Worker will focus on building and maintaining relationships, providing a safe place to sleep; assisting in diversion, connecting to community support services for housing, and mental health and addiction when identified by the individual based on their needs.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education requirements: A post-secondary degree or diploma in human services or related discipline (minimum 2 years); or a post-secondary degree or diploma in human services or related field (1 year) plus 1 year experience working in the mental health/addictions field or 1 year experience working with marginalized populations.

Language requirements: Fluency in English is essential. Fluency in French is an

asset. Priority will be given to candidates who are bilingual in French and English as per our French Language Service Plan.

Professional designation/certification: No registration, professional designation or

certification required

UNION MEMERSHIP: This position is included within the collective bargaining unit, (Ontario

Public Service Employees Union, Local 666).

SALARY: $17.9802 /hour

LOCATION: Sudbury

TO APPLY: Please complete the employment package available at http://sm.cmha.ca/getinvolved/careers/ and submit to the attention of Human Resources:

By email: recruitment@cmha-sm.on.ca

By Fax: 705-675-7247 to the attention of: Lisa Schutt (marked "CONFIDENTIAL")

DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

INTERVIEW DATE: TBD

Canadian Mental Health Association-Sudbury/Manitoulin (CMHA-S/M) offers competitive benefitsincluding vacation, extended health and dental benefits (paid jointly by the employer and employee),and a pension plan through HOOPP which is currently is 6.9% of your annualized earnings up to theYear’s Maximum Pension Earnings (YMPE) and 9.2% of your annualized earnings above theYMPE.

CMHA-S/M is an equal opportunity employer. CMHA-S/M follows AODA legislation and supportspersons with disabilities with accommodations. Please notify us if you have any accessibilityrequirements.

CMHA-S/M is a unionized work environment through the Ontario Public Service Employees Union(OPSEU).

If French language proficiency is a requirement of this position, an informal, French languageevaluation will be conducted prior to hire.

Personal information submitted will be used for the purpose of determining suitability for this/thesepositions only.

All applicants are thanked for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will becontacted.

TROUSSE DE CANDIDATURE :

La trousse de candidature suivante contient des renseignements sur la marche à suivre pour postuler au poste occasionnel de travailleur de l’abri – Abri d'urgence hors rue, décontracté.

La trousse comprend (à titre d’information) :

1. l’avis d’emploi

2. la description du poste de travailleur de l’abri – abri d’accès facile

3. des questions fondées sur un scénario

4. le formulaire de demande d’emploi

5. le formulaire de présélection des candidats

Exigences de la candidature :

1. Curriculum vitæ et lettre de présentation du candidat

2. Demande d’emploi dûment remplie

3. Réponses aux questions fondées sur un scénario (2)

4. Formulaire de présélection des candidats dûment rempli

AVIS D’EMPLOI : Travailleur de l’abri, permanent à temps partiel

Si vous désirez travailler avec un chef de file communautaire des services de santé mentale et de toxicomanie, venez travailler avec nous! En tant qu’organisme axé sur la réadaptation et les personnes, nous faisons appel à des pratiques exemplaires et fondées sur les preuves pour mettre en œuvre une approche de réadaptation psychosociale. Nous sommes fiers de notre milieu de travail positif et juste, dans lequel les employés ont l’occasion d’apprendre et de se perfectionner. Nous valorisons nos employés et leur offrons un bel équilibre travail-vie, ainsi qu’un généreux régime de vacances, d’avantages sociaux et de retraite. Nous sommes à la recherche de personnes motivées, ayant un esprit d’équipe et un réel désir d’apporter leur contribution!

RESPONSABILITÉS : Relevant du coordonnateur des services de l’abri, le travailleur de l’abri offrira de l’aide et du soutien aux gens qui se présentent à l’abri et défendra leurs intérêts. Ces personnes peuvent s’identifier comme hommes ou sans genre, « non binaires », et elles sont à l’aise dans un abri pour hommes. Le travailleur sera chargé de tisser et de renforcer des liens; d’offrir un endroit sécuritaire où dormir; de donner de l’aide en matière de déjudiciarisation; et de mettre en contact les gens avec des services de soutien communautaires de logement, de santé mentale et de toxicomanie, selon les besoins de chaque personne.

COMPÉTENCES : Exigences en matière d’études : un diplôme postsecondaire en services à la personne ou dans une discipline connexe (au moins deux ans); ou un diplôme postsecondaire en services à la personne ou dans une discipline connexe (un an) avec une année d’expérience dans le domaine de la santé mentale ou de la toxicomanie ou une année d’expérience dans un poste auprès des populations marginalisées.

Exigences linguistiques : Une maîtrise de l’anglais est requise et une maîtrise du français est considérée comme un atout. La priorité sera donnée aux candidats bilingues (français et anglais) selon notre plan de services en français.

Désignation ou reconnaissance professionnelle : aucune certification, désignation ou reconnaissance

professionnelle n’est requise.

ADHÉSION SYNDICALE : ce poste est inclus dans l’unité de négociation collective (Syndicat des employées et employés de la fonction publique de l’Ontario, section locale 666).

SALAIRE : 17,9802 $ l’heure

LIEU : Sudbury

POUR POSER VOTRE CANDIDATURE : veuillez remplir la trousse de candidature disponible à https://sm.cmha.ca/fr/participez/carrieres/ et la faire parvenir à l’attention des Ressources humaines :

Par courriel: recruitment@cmha-sm.on.ca

Par télécopieur: 705-675-7247 parvenir à l'attention de Lisa Schutt (CONFIDENTIEL)

DATE LIMITE : Les demandes d’emploi seront acceptées jusqu'à ce que toutes les positions soient occupées.

DATE D’ENTREVUES : à confirmer

L’Association canadienne pour la santé mentale – Sudbury/Manitoulin (ACSM – S/M) offre desavantages sociaux concurrentiels, y compris des vacances, une assurance maladiecomplémentaire, une assurance dentaire et un régime de pension par l’entremise du Healthcare ofOntario Pension Plan (HOOPP).

L’ACSM – S/M est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité d’accès à l’emploi. Ellerespecte la Loi sur l’accessibilité pour les personnes handicapées de l’Ontario et appuie lespersonnes handicapées en leur offrant des mesures d’adaptation. Veuillez nous indiquer si vousavez des exigences en matière d’accessibilité.

L’ACSM – S/M est un milieu de travail syndiqué par l’entremise du Syndicat des employées etemployés de la fonction publique de l’Ontario (SEFPO).

Si la maîtrise du français est une exigence de ce poste, une évaluation informelle des capacités enfrançais sera effectuée avant l’embauche.

Les renseignements personnels soumis ne serviront qu’à établir votre admissibilité à ce poste.

Nous remercions tous les candidats pour leur intérêt. Toutefois, nous ne communiquerons qu’avecles personnes choisies pour une entrevue.

INCUMBENT: 1.0 FTE REPORTS TO: Coordinator of Shelter Services

PROGRAM: Low Barrier Shelter APPROVED BY:

DATE APPROVED/REVISED: April 2019 HOURS: Hours will Vary

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Coordinator of Shelter Services, the Shelter Worker (SW) will work within a low barrier environment and provide assistance, support and advocacy to individuals accessing the service when identified by the individual based on their needs.

The SW will be required to work days, evenings, weekdays, weekends and holidays as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides support to individual to assist in their recovery

Providing assistance and support to individuals.

Developing and maintaining effective individual/ staff relations

Assisting all individuals with referrals to support services as identified by the individual

Recognizing and respecting individuals that are accepting service self-direction

Demonstrate harm reduction and recovery oriented practice (ROP) philosophy andpractices within daily work and interactions

Outreach services as required; building relationships with potential service recipientsand referring agencies

Participates in the safety of the program participants at all times.

2. Assists in the daily functions of the shelter

Ensuring individuals follow program rules and regulations.

Completing daily documentation as per program requirements

Cleaning/Sanitation duties as per shift rotation.

Communicate with medical services when medical issues are identified

SHELTER WORKER, LOW

BARRIER SHELTER

3. Works within the Policies and Procedures of the CMHA

Works to achieve the agency and program goals

Maintains and collects appropriate records of data, research and interactions as per agency guidelines.

4. Professionalism

Represents program and agency in a professional manner through embracing and

fostering the CMHA culture, mission, respectful communication and ethical decision

making.

Represents service/program or agency in the community and complies with service area

policies.

5. Avails self of opportunities for professional development

Complete and participate in CMHA training as per agency standards

Attend enhanced learning opportunities and educational sessions when offered.

6. Reports to supervisor and participates in supervision as directed.

Participating in supervision with Coordinator as required and completion of

performance appraisals as per the CMHA standard.

Actively contributes to the improvement of the services offered and the processes

through which these services are delivered.

Knowledge and Skills may include:

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong work organization and time management skills

Strong negotiation, consultation and collaboration skills actively working towards resolution.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team with community partners

Creative problem solving skills

Education and Experience may include:

Completion of a diploma or degree in a human services area (minimum 2 years).

Minimum of 1 year of experience; in effectively working with marginalized populations

experiencing homelessness and a demonstrated ability to form rapport with target population.

Experience within the Mental Health/Addictions setting considered an asset.

Certification in First Aid & CPR; Certification in NVCI an asset

Bilingualism (French/English) is essential for 50% of positions

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

The following competencies are required for this position:

Teamwork and Collaboration

Expresses positive expectations of others in terms of their abilities, expected contributions and responsibilities. Speaks of team members in positive terms. Is looked to by team members as a valuable source of information.

Coping Able to maintain a mature problem-solving attitude while dealing with interpersonal conflict, hazardous conditions, personal rejection, hostility or time demands.

Assertiveness Able to maturely express one’s feelings and opinions in spite of disagreement: accurately communicate to others regardless of their status or position.

Perceptivity Able to interpret verbal and non-verbal behavior; to develop accurate perception and understanding of others feelings, need, values and opinion; to be sensitive to and aware of personality differences and conflicts.

Interaction Able to communicate with others in a warm and helpful manner while simultaneously building credibility and rapport.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Succursale de Sudbury /Manitoulin Branch 111, rue Elm Street, Suite/local 100 Sudbury, ON P3C 1T3 Tel./tél.: 705-675-7252

Fax/téléc.: 705-675-7247

CMHA Sudbury/Manitoulin Employment Application

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EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

Position being applied for Date available to begin work

PERSONAL DATA

Last name Given name(s)

Address: Street Apt. No. Home Telephone Number

Province Postal Code Bus. Telephone Number

Languages spoken

Yes No

Yes No

City

Email Address

Languages written

Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?

Are you willing to relocate in Ontario?

Preferred Location:

To determine your qualifications for employment, please provide below and on the reverse, information related to your academic and other achievements including volunteer work, as well as employment history. Additional information may be attached on a separate sheet.

EDUCATION

SECONDARY SCHOOL BUSINESS OR TRADE SCHOOL

Highest grade or level completed Name of program Length of program

License, certificate or diploma awarded? Yes No

Type

COMMUNITY COLLEGE: Diploma / Degree awarded: Yes No Honours

Name of Program

UNIVERSITY: Diploma / Degree awarded: No Honours

Name of Program Major Subject

Other courses, workshops, seminars

Major SubjectYes

Length ofProgram

Length ofProgram

1 Year2 Years

2+ Years

3 Years4 Years

4+ Years

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CMHA Sudbury/Manitoulin Employment Application

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EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

WORK RELATED SKILLS

Describe any of your work related skills, experience, or training that relate to the position being applied for.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Job Title(s)

Name of present / last employer Name of Supervisor

Address of employer Phone

Type of Business

Functions / Responsibilities

Period of employment (includes leaves of absence related to maternity / parental leave, Worker’s Compensation claims, disability, or human rights complaints)

From To

Reason for leaving (do not include leaves of absence related to maternity / parental leave, Worker’s Compensation claims, disability, or human rights complaints)

Job Title(s)

Name of previous employer Name of Supervisor

Address of employer Phone

Type of Business

Functions / Responsibilities

Period of employment (includes leaves of absence related to maternity / parental leave, Worker’s Compensation claims, disability, or human rights complaints)

From To

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Fax/téléc.: 705-675-7247

CMHA Sudbury/Manitoulin Employment Application

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EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

Reason for leaving (do not include leaves of absence related to maternity / parental leave, Worker’s Compensation claims, disability, or human rights complaints)

Job Title(s)

Name of present / last employer Name of Supervisor

Address of employer Phone

Type of Business

Functions / Responsibilities

Period of employment (includes leaves of absence related to maternity / parental leave, Worker’s Compensation claims, disability, or human rights complaints)

From To

Reason for leaving (do not include leaves of absence related to maternity / parental leave, Worker’s Compensation claims, disability, or human rights complaints)

REFERENCES

For employment references may we approach:

Your present / last employer? Yes No

Your former employer(s)? Yes No

List references if different than above.

1.

2. 3.

I hereby declare that the foregoing information is true and complete to my knowledge. I understand that a false statement may disqualify me from employment, or cause my dismissal.

Signature Date

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CMHA Sudbury/Manitoulin Scenario Questions

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Please use this page if you have any information that you could not fit into the form above.

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CMHA Sudbury/Manitoulin Scenario Questions

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SCENARIO QUESTIONS

POSITION: SHELTER WORKER - LOW BARRIER SHELTER

Please answer the following questions:

1. The recovery philosophy is promoted in the CMHA Programs and Services. "Understandingthat recovery is a journey of healing and transformation enabling persons to live a meaningfullife in community while striving to reach full personal potential". Please share your approachin building hope in their recovery with people you would be supporting?

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CMHA Sudbury/Manitoulin Scenario Questions

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SCENARIO QUESTIONS

2. Describe how you would approach engaging an individual from a marginalized population.What types of barriers do you think they face in the community? How would you help them in overcoming these barriers?

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JOB APPLICATION SCREENING

Date:

Please complete the following information.

Name:

JOB COMPETENCIES

EDUCATIONAL PREPARATION What is your highest level of Education?

LANGUAGE CAPACITIES Are you bilingual (English and French) Do you speak another language along with English or French? If so, indicate which language.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE (PAID ONLY) Do you have at a minimum 1 year experience working with people who have a serious mental illness?

Do you have experience working with people with a serious mental illness in their home of place of shelter?

Do you have experience working with individuals who are homeless?

Do you have experience intervening with individuals who are in crisis and/or suicidal?

Do you have experience working with people who have substance use disorder?

Are you knowledgeable of community resources in Sudbury/Manitoulin?

Are you knowledgeable of pertinent legislation affecting clients? (e.g. Mental Health Act, Ontario Works, Tenant Protection Act?)

Do you have experience in advocating for individuals within the Mental Health, Criminal Justice, and Social Service systems?

Do you have experience in community development and community education?

Are you able to assess client needs and develop service plans that respond to client needs and preferences?

Have you demonstrated the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of professionals?

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Grade 12 - GED Certificate Diploma Degree Master's Degree

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EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE (PAID ONLY) Continued.

Are you interested in working as part of a team?

Are you able to work independently in a non-structured environment?

Are you able to work flexible hours?

Do you have a strong belief in a client directed practice?

Do you have a non-judgmental attitude towards individuals who choose alternative lifestyles?

Have you demonstrated the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients, colleagues, and the community at large?

Do you have a valid Canadian class G driver’s license?

Note: Misrepresentation shall disqualify you from employment or be considered just cause for dismissal.

Signature: Date:

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