Position Overview

As an integral part of the Mental Health & Addictions Program, the Mental Health Proctor 3 provides services and supports to individuals, as well as groups of individuals experiencing multiple needs due to severe mental illness, and who require intensive input in order to maintain themselves in the community. The client and the Community Mental Health Worker identify specific goals and activities for proctor involvement, in keeping with principles of consumer empowerment. The focus of Proctor III services will be on providing rehabilitation and recovery- oriented intervention, within the client’s natural and chosen environment.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.