Community Clinician

About the job
DATE: December 23, 2024

LOCATION: Toronto, ON – Specialized Community Services

COMPENSATION: $68605 – $82123 annually prorated

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 19,633 annually and providing 1,861 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s 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 Full-time Permanent Community Clinician

Job Summary

The Community Clinician will work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team, providing consultation, direct care, capacity enhancement, and support for students enrolled at the University of Toronto who are living with mental illnesses and/or addictions. The role involves coordination, networking, advocacy, referral and linking with relevant services, supporting students in various aspects of their daily lives, and addressing mental health and addiction needs. The clinician must adhere to professional standards as defined by their respective college and LOFT Community Services.

Campus Mental Health in partnership with University of Toronto

The Health & Wellness Department at the University of Toronto collaborates with LOFT Community Services in providing coordinated services to support optimal mental health and substance use interventions for students identified through the University of Toronto. As a Community Clinician, you will be part of a team that coordinates a support network and linkages for youth with complex mental health, physical health and addiction challenges. A key component of this position is building a support network of community resources that will enable the individual to increase their independence, dignity and self-respect.

What You Will Do

Intake & Referral: Conduct assessments, including OCAN’s, crisis intervention, advocacy and problem solving skills
Support & Recovery Planning: Develop individualized support and recovery plans, identify priorities, goals, and collaborate with other professionals based on initial intake and assessments
Short-term Therapeutic Counselling: relieve stress, improve coping ability, raise awareness, perspective and understanding
Daily Living Support: Assist students with activities of daily living, including hygiene, medication management, cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and maintaining overall life skills
Care Coordination: Establish and coordinate support networks of social, medical, psychiatric, and community services, ensuring the development of a coordinated care plan
Crisis Intervention: Provide crisis management and assist students in creating personalized crisis plans
Advocacy & Liaison: Represent the clients and program with external agencies, families, and supports, while promoting the services of the program. Accompany students to appointments when necessary
LOFT Community Services Job Description
Team Collaboration: Participate actively as a member of the interdisciplinary team, providing consultation to colleagues, identifying service gaps, and offering solutions
Documentation: Maintain detailed records, assessments, and collect statistical data in accordance with organizational procedures
Maintain strict confidentiality: follow all other required policies and procedures
Program Delivery: Engage in program delivery by contributing to meetings, evaluation initiatives, and staff orientation

What You Bring:

Must Haves

Education: Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), Nursing, Occupational Therapy, or a related field, with current registration with the relevant college
Experience: Minimum of three years of experience working with transitional-aged youth (16-29 years), particularly in mental health and addiction settings
Valid Standard First Aid and CPR/AED certification
Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, using the Housing First approach
Knowledge of community resources for mental health, addiction, and housing support
Strong understanding of recovery, psychosocial rehabilitation, harm reduction, and mental health principles
Excellent counseling, advocacy, crisis intervention, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet program expectations
Computer literacy for documentation and records maintenance
Ability to lift or transfer as needed for the role
Communication: Strong interpersonal and counselling skills for working with clients from diverse backgrounds and in sensitive areas
Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, engage in program delivery, and maintain positive relationships with external partners
Equity and Inclusion: Commitment to anti-oppression frameworks and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in social services
Client Empowerment: Promote client empowerment, mentoring students to reach educational and personal goals while reducing social isolation through participation in group activities

Work Environment:

This position operates within both LOFT Community Services and the University of Toronto.
It requires flexibility in working with individuals from various cultural, economic, and social backgrounds.
Regular participation in team meetings and collaboration with key partners is essential.
The role requires physical capability for lifting, transferring, and engaging in daily activities with clients

What We Offer

A comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability
Defined Benefits Pensions Plan
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
E-learning 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
Tuition reimbursement program
Maternity-leave top up program

How to Apply