At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide crisis support and intervention for individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at CMHA, making a difference in mental health care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible hours and a chance to impact lives positively.
- Why this job: Be a vital part of a team that empowers individuals on their mental health journey.
- Qualifications: Post-secondary degree in Social Work or Nursing with relevant registrations.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Position: Mental Health First Response Worker – HART Hub/Mobilecare
Program: Sarnia Site
Position Status: 1 Temporary Full-time
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Post-secondary degree in Social Work from an accredited university with current registration with the O.C.S.W.S.S.W;
- A Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse with current registration with the CNO (Preference to those with Canadian Certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing);
- Bachelor’s Degree with a Social Service Worker Diploma and a current registration with the O.C.S.W.S.S.W;
- Bachelor’s Degree with an applicable college diploma in Addictions and current registration with the C.A.C.C.F.
SALARY RANGE: As per salary grid
HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours per week
STARTING DATE: To be determined
This position is responsible for providing crisis supports to both Mobilecare, HART Hub and other various locations that CMHA serves. The incumbent will gather collateral information from primary care providers, psychiatrists, family or caregivers, and in coordination with the multidisciplinary team, assist in the development of recommendations and treatment planning. Brief services will be offered to individuals who require supports, within areas that have been identified through assessment.
Reporting to the Integrated Manager of Client Services, the incumbent will be responsible for the following functions:
- Complete detailed standardized inter-RAI ESP assessment to determine client needs and services.
- Providing intervention and brief solution-focused support to individuals experiencing a psychiatric crisis (intervention may be via telephone or by personal contact).
- Providing a quick response to urgent situations that arise.
- Providing client needs identification through ongoing assessment and team-oriented treatment planning.
- Implementing treatment plans that focus on strengths, wellness and empowerment to support recovery and goal achievement.
- Providing crisis prevention and intervention planning with the intention of preventing a relapse and/or hospitalization.
- Routinely assesses client’s physical and mental health and liaises with appropriate physicians/psychiatrists regarding identified concerns.
- Acting as a resource person or an advocate to assist individuals in obtaining information/accessing services/supports which are deemed needed.
Qualified internal candidates will be given a preference as per Article 11.00 (f) of the Collective Agreement.
POSTING DATE: October 19, 2026
CLOSING DATE: October 27, 2026
Mental Health First Response Worker – HART Hub/Mobilecare in Sarnia employer: Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent
Join a dedicated team at CMHA Sarnia, where we prioritise mental health and well-being in a supportive work environment. As a Mental Health First Response Worker, you'll benefit from comprehensive training, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and empowers employees to thrive while providing essential crisis support to those in need.
Contact Details:
Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent Recruitment Team
