Responsibilities:

• Work within an interdisciplinary team to provide psycho-geriatric screening and crisis support to seniors in crisis in the City of Toronto. Services are delivered in clients’ homes and in community settings.
• Provide short-term intensive case management services to a caseload of clients.
• Assess clients’ issues/needs, make referrals to appropriate resources, and collaborate with agency partners, health care providers, and other resources in the community.
• This is all done with the goal of ensuring a continuum of care for seniors with mental health and substance use issues.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Social Work Program and requiring placement hours.
• Skills in assessment, crisis intervention, supportive counselling, and case management
• Interest and/or experience working with seniors
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health and substance use concerns
• Ability to problem solve and work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work individually as well as within a team

Shift hours:

• 28 hours a week

Commitment:

• 3-month minimum commitment

Location:

• WoodGreen location, at 815 Danforth Ave, Toronto

Training:

• The Volunteer Services provides orientation training and other career development opportunities

Screening Requirements:

• Cover letter and Resume
• Interview
• Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Vaccination receipt
• 2 References

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