Case ManagerFT-Contract
Case ManagerFT-Contract
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Job Description
DATE: April 29 2025
LOCATION: Toronto ON 416 Community Support for Women
COMPENSATION: $55239 $67560 Annually prorated
CONTRACT DURATION: Until April 30th 2026
Job Summary
As a Case Manager you will work independently or be part ofa team that coordinates a support network and links clientsliving with mental illnesses addictions and physical healthissues. The position attempts to empower the clientthereby increasing their independence dignity and selfrespect in a safe and secure environment. Direct serviceand support will be provided to clients in areas such as daily living practical assistance crisis intervention linkages toprimary care and a range of other services to support theindividuals needs.
The Case Manager for Downtown East Justice Centre (DTE JC provides direct service and support to clients in the programs of 416 Community Support for Women. The Case manager will connect the individual with the Court help them maintain release conditions and work with the accused person to achieve individual and community wellbeing goals. 416 utilizes a Case Management approach in service delivery which encompasses a continuum of flexible comprehensive interventions to help a client to achieve a stable life. This approach emphasizes outreach assessment planning linkages and service delivery on both an individual and group basis. Further this relies on good working relationships with the other Case Workers assigned to the DTE JC the Crown and occasionally the police. The Case Manager will work as part of a network of partners to connect with individuals referred through the DTE JC providing community assessment and case management support to help them ensure release conditions are met. This is accomplished by increasing access to support and connecting individuals to health and community care.
What You Will Do
What You Bring:
Must Haves
NicetoHaves
Work Environment:
What We Offer:
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
LOFT Community Services is a valuesdriven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion collaboration and community delivered with dignity innovation and excellence. LOFTs vision is that together we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontarios diverse community and it is LOFTs goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you dont tick all the boxes but think youd thrive in this role you are encouraged to apply.
Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.
CLOSING DATE: May 13 2025
LOCATION: Toronto ON 416 Community Support for Women
COMPENSATION: $55239 $67560 Annually prorated
CONTRACT DURATION: Until April 30th 2026
LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complicated issues such as mental and physical health challenges substance use challenges poverty and homelessness. Serving approximately 19633 annually and providing 1861 units of supportive housing last year LOFT is one of Ontarios largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice Award (NEOC) recipient.
To help fulfill its mission LOFT is hiring a FullTime Contract Case Manager.Job Summary
As a Case Manager you will work independently or be part ofa team that coordinates a support network and links clientsliving with mental illnesses addictions and physical healthissues. The position attempts to empower the clientthereby increasing their independence dignity and selfrespect in a safe and secure environment. Direct serviceand support will be provided to clients in areas such as daily living practical assistance crisis intervention linkages toprimary care and a range of other services to support theindividuals needs.
The Case Manager for Downtown East Justice Centre (DTE JC provides direct service and support to clients in the programs of 416 Community Support for Women. The Case manager will connect the individual with the Court help them maintain release conditions and work with the accused person to achieve individual and community wellbeing goals. 416 utilizes a Case Management approach in service delivery which encompasses a continuum of flexible comprehensive interventions to help a client to achieve a stable life. This approach emphasizes outreach assessment planning linkages and service delivery on both an individual and group basis. Further this relies on good working relationships with the other Case Workers assigned to the DTE JC the Crown and occasionally the police. The Case Manager will work as part of a network of partners to connect with individuals referred through the DTE JC providing community assessment and case management support to help them ensure release conditions are met. This is accomplished by increasing access to support and connecting individuals to health and community care.
What You Will Do
- Develop a plan of support and recovery which includes identifying priorities and goals in conjunction with client other professionals areas identified through initial intake and OCANs;
- Promote the personal empowerment of each individual through coaching mentoring and support thereby enabling each to meet the daily requirements of their living environment; directly assisting with their daily living activities particularly in the acquisition of life skills in such areas as hygiene medication management cooking cleaning shopping and budgeting; developing strategies and establishing a plan for maintaining these daily activities;
- Establish and coordinate a support network of social family medical psychiatric and other community links. Develop a coordinated care plan as appropriate.
- Provide crisis intervention/management and assist in the development of crisis plans with clients;
- Promote the services of the program and the image of the agency as a representative with clients families other supports external agencies and others in a professional manner that reflects favourably on the organization LOFT Community Services Job Description
- Mediate issues or conflicts between residents or residents and neighbours teaching conflict resolution; followingup on issues to ensure resolution;
- Participate in planning organizing promoting and conducting events for the clients in an effort to address their social needs and prevent isolation; maintain a general awareness of community events and activities to also meet these needs;
- Participate in the administration of the program by completing and maintaining the required records assessments or statistics such as client files in accordance with established procedures;
- Participating as a team member in program delivery by providing support and consultation to colleagues identifying gaps in service and recommending solutions
- Participating in meetings planning and evaluation initiatives committees events and activities; orienting new staff students or volunteers; providing other related assistance as required;
- Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.
- Frequent travel will be required.
What You Bring:
Must Haves
- A degree/diploma in health care/social services or other related field with a minimum of three years relevant experience in the mental health and addiction sectors
- Minimum threeyears progressive experience in the adult mental health case management services sector
- Knowledge of the issues faced by adults with mental illness addictions physical health concerns and homelessness.
- An understanding is also required of the therapeutic relationship with an ability to negotiate with clients on goals and priorities.
- Knowledge of local community agencies and other professional services available for the client group is essential.
- Knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation principles and practices including an understanding of the philosophy of Recovery
- Demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to diversity issues
- Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness and experience with the Housing First approach
- Excellent interpersonal skills sound knowledge of supportive counseling skills and the ability to form relationships with marginalized individuals
- Knowledge of concurrent disorders and experience with harm reduction strategies and the continuum of addiction services
- Ability to structure time develop work priorities independently and meet program expectations with regard to documenting interventions
- Knowledge of community resources for mental health and substance use
- Knowledge of community resources for housing supportive housing and shelter
- Ability to work closely with teammates and participate effectively as part of the larger program and organization
- Demonstrated excellent documentation skills
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR/AED
NicetoHaves
- Understanding of cultural competency and antioppression framework
- Reflective of a multibarriered group as serviced by the program a strong asset
- Ability to communicate in a different language an asset.
Work Environment:
- Expected to meet people on site and outside exposure to the weather and climbing stairs are expectations of the position. A car is an asset.
- Need to walk on rough terrain from timetotime for example uneven ground parks or ravines while providing outreach to community members sleeping outside.
- Staff will be required to work in residents rooms/apartment units and may therefore be exposed to second hand smoke.
What We Offer:
- Elearning program available all year round
- Starting vacation time above minimum standard
- Additional paid personal and paid sick days
- Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career
- Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness
- Access to Perkopolis a comprehensive corporate discount program
- Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
LOFT Community Services is a valuesdriven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion collaboration and community delivered with dignity innovation and excellence. LOFTs vision is that together we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontarios diverse community and it is LOFTs goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you dont tick all the boxes but think youd thrive in this role you are encouraged to apply.
Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.
CLOSING DATE: May 13 2025
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