PFT - Community Treatment Order Coordinator

Under the direction of the Clinical Operations Manager the position will coordinate all aspects of the CTO process including: developing the plan meeting with all parties named in the plan and providing copies to all parties once plan is completed.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Organizing the discharge planning activities with the Physician and appropriate community services (Case Management).
• Develop protocols and relationships with local police within hospital emergency and mental health departments and other key groups as needed.
• Be familiar with the Rights advice capacity locally.
• Communicate with other CTO coordinators to discuss issues concerns common problems.
• Work with existing discharge planners crisis and emergency teams and Physicians to delineate roles and responsibilities regarding CTOs.
• Inservice sessions: medical staff physicians Home Care other services who receive referrals from hospital potential CTO clients
• Responsible for implementation and management of the service delivery system for CTO as prescribed by the MHA.
• Acts as contact/ referral point for individuals recommended for a CTO.
• Responsible for obtaining/collecting information on referrals to determine eligibility for CTO.
• Assisting psychiatrists with necessary documentation.
• Responsible for writing up the CTO Plan in accordance with all parties named in said plan.
• Responsible for correspondence to all appropriate parties regarding continuation or discontinuation of the CTO
• Responsible for administrative reports regarding CTO statistics and other reporting requirements
• Remain current with changes under the MHA that impact on CTOs.
• Works collaboratively with CTO Case Managers to facilitate implementation and all aspects of the care provision outlined in the CTO.
• Training and education in the local community regarding CTOs.

EDUCATION & SKILLS:

• Requires knowledge and skill acquired through completion of a University degree in Social Work (B.S.W. or Nursing (B. ScN). Registered member in good standing of a professional college.
• Two years recent relevant clinical experience working with vulnerable individuals; particularly those with a mental illness or related diagnosis.
• Comprehensive knowledge and skill in the functions of Community Treatment Orders is considered an asset along with experience working with clients on a Community Treatment Order.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mental illness and treatments; comprehensive knowledge and skill in the functions and principles of case management; up to date knowledge of relevant mental health policy and legislation including the Mental Health Act; knowledge of community resources; effective oral and written communication skills.

Hours of Work: ThirtyFive 35 hour work week. The agencys regular hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Flexible hours are required to meet client and service needs.

Salary Range: Grade 9 $37.10 $43.93 per hour
PerCollective Agreement
Applicable shift premiums are paid in accordance with the Collective Agreement Article 17.11.

Please submit your cover letter and resume clearly stating how your skills and experience meet the position requirements prior to the posting closing date.

Posting Date: Tuesday March 4 2025
Posting Deadline: Monday March 17 2025 @ 4:30pm

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment at CMHAWECB. We are however unable to respond to individual calls. Only those individuals selected for consideration will be contacted for next steps. Thank you for your understanding.

This position is posted per Article 15 of the Collective Agreement. Internal candidates will be considered in priority as established by the Article as such external candidates may not be considered if there is a qualified internal applicant.

We are dedicated to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all identities and experiences as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen CMHA. If you require accommodations during the application process please contact us at

Please note that candidacy for positions will require you to be authorized to work in Canada.

Please note that a satisfactory vulnerable is required as a condition of employment for this role with CHMAWECB.

Required Experience:

Manager