Child & Youth Intake Worker - Shoniker Clinic

Job Number: JR106080 Job Title: Child & Youth Intake Worker - Shoniker Clinic Job Category: Paramedical Hospital Location: Shoniker Clinic Job Type: Permanent, Full time Number of Positions: 1 Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $36.96 - $43.87 Hours: Days, Afternoons

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 – 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca

Job Description:

Reporting to the Manager, Child & Adolescent Mental Health Program, the Child and Youth Worker at the Shoniker Clinic will bring both a specialist and generalist role to the team. Your main job will be to support children and youth with mental health challenges. You will also work closely with their families.

Responsibilities:

• Perform assessments for children and youth.
• Manage cases and guide families through the mental health system.
• Facilitate groups and provide individual support
• Use relational care to build strong bonds with families.
• Create partnerships with other local mental health services.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Child & Youth Work, Child and Youth Diploma, or related mental health field education
• Minimum of 5 years of dedicated experience in child and adolescent mental health, preferably within an outpatient clinic setting and with individuals experiencing youth with mental health struggles
• Previous experience in assessment, crisis intervention, and the planning and development of therapeutic programming in an outpatient child & adolescent mental health clinic
• Proven excellent communication (English oral and written), and interpersonal skills dealing effectively with clients, families and community partners
• Excellent knowledge of community resources, participating in liaison and referral
• Demonstrated ability to function as an effective member of the multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and relevant legislation
• Demonstrated pattern of good attendance
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to Scarborough Health Network’s comprehensive safety programs and practices
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public.

This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike. 

We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values. 

We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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