Mental Health Intake Worker in Hamilton

Mental Health Intake Worker in Hamilton

Hamilton Full-Time 42750 - 52250 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Conduct mental health intakes, triage, and risk assessments to support clients.
  • Company: St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton, a leader in mental health services.
  • Benefits: Full-time position with competitive pay and valuable experience.
  • Other info: Hybrid role with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining hands-on experience.
  • Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in health and 1-2 years of mental health experience.

The predicted salary is between 42750 - 52250 $ per year.

Use mental health intake, triage, and risk assessment skills as an OSP Intake Worker in a hybrid Hamilton position. Support clients across Ontario West.

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Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton employs this full-time, temporary worker within the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy West Region program.

The position supports centralized screening, intake, triage, and referral management.

It involves clinical measures, telephone interviews, safety planning, service navigation, and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review referrals against standardized OSP eligibility criteria
  • Conduct telephone intake and triage interviews
  • Complete risk assessments and safety planning
  • Document referral, clinical, and scheduling information
  • Provide basic counselling and service navigation

Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree in a related health discipline
  • One to two years' mental health experience
  • Experience with screening, intake, triage, and referrals
  • Knowledge of PHQ-9, GAD-7, and related measures
  • Fluent written and verbal English and French

Apply mental health screening, telephone intake, and risk-management expertise supporting evidence-based psychotherapy access throughout Ontario West.

Mental Health Intake Worker in Hamilton employer: St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

St. Joseph’s Health System is an exceptional employer that prioritizes equity, inclusiveness, and diversity within its workplace culture. With a strong commitment to employee growth and development, the organization offers meaningful opportunities for advancement in the field of healthcare philanthropy. Located in a supportive environment, employees benefit from a hybrid work model, collaborative team dynamics, and the chance to make a significant impact through their contributions to major and principal giving programs.

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Contact Details:

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton Recruitment Team

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