Community Mental Health Worker

QUALIFICATIONS
*Baccalaureate Degree in Psychiatric Nursing or Social Work. Other combinations of related professional education and experience may be considered
*Current registration/licensure in good standing with applicable college
*Current certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
*Current certification in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
*Two (2) years full-time equivalent professional experience in an approved Mental Health Care setting in the past five (5) years; other combinations of related experience may be considered.
*Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License, or equivalent from province of residence, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health
*Demonstrated knowledge of current mental health trends, leading practices and the Mental Health Act and other related legislation
*Commitment to recovery-oriented practice and Co-occurring Disorder (COD) principles.
*Demonstrated expertise in emergency/crisis situations
*Demonstrated knowledge of and aptitude for working with the specified client population and setting including evidence-informed interventions
*Ability to maintain positive working relationships with clients, co-workers, interdisciplinary teams, community agencies and stakeholders
*Evidence of on-going professional development to maintain skills and knowledge
*Depending on department staffing and service requirements at the time of the vacancy, preference may be given to a specific gender or academic designation in accordance with the definitions for a CMHW
*Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
*Demonstrated leadership
*Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
*Ability to prioritize in a changing environment
*Strong organizational, decision making and problem solving skills
*Ability to display independent judgment
*Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
*Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
*Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis