Case Manager, Behavioural Support_FT-Contract
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Title of Job: Case Manager, Behavioural Support Date: June 30, 2026 Closing Date: July 14, 2026 Location: Toronto, ON - BSTR Toronto Compensation: $57,007 - $71,647 annually prorated Contract Duration: until March 31, 2027 Work Type: Onsite Job Id: 10864208 Existing or New Position: Existing Who We Are: 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 20,573 annually and providing 1,856 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.
Job Summary: As a Case Manager – Behaviour Supports Ontario (BSO) you will be part of a Behaviour Supports Ontario (BSO)Team that provides direct care, education and support to older adults and their care partners, who are demonstrating responsive behaviours that may be associated with various types of dementia, mental health, substance use or other neurological conditions. You will complete a comprehensive behavioural assessment and an evidence-based Behavioural Support Plan. You will assist in the creation and coordination of a support network through establishing linkages with other community agencies and practitioners to coordinate care for the person served. In addition, you will provide direct service to support the person served, family members and/or caregivers to mitigate escalating responsive behaviours. You will also liaise, collaborate, and communicate with all members of the BSO team and other partners within the circle of care.
The Behaviour Support Transition Resource Team (BSTR) provides direct care, education and support to older adults and their care partners, who are demonstrating responsive behaviours/personal expressions that may be associated with various types of dementia, mental health, substance use or other neurological conditions who are designated ALC or at-risk of becoming ALC in hospital settings. The team works within hospitals in Toronto, York Region and South Simcoe and completes a comprehensive behaviour support assessment and creates a person-centered Behavioural Support Plan. Transition support is provided to those individuals who are being discharged from hospital to their next care destination. Serving over 700 individuals per year, the Behaviour Support Transition Resource Team plays a key role in supporting hospital staff in the management of responsive behaviours/personal expressions.
What You Will Do: Develop and implement individualized Behavioural Support Plans aimed at improving quality of life and reducing responsive behaviours. Conduct behavioural assessments and maintain accurate, timely documentation and reports. Act as a liaison and advocate, collaborating with clients, families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams. Provide training, consultation, and ongoing support to staff, families, and caregivers. Offer supportive counselling and connect clients to appropriate health care services and community resources. Deliver crisis intervention and assist in creating effective crisis management plans. Build respectful, trusting relationships using recovery-oriented and psychosocial rehabilitation principles. Participate in team meetings, care conferences, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to organizational policies and procedures. Work primarily within hospital settings, ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols. Engage in required training and contribute to the Behaviour Support Resource Team. Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership. What You Bring: Post-secondary education in Social Services / Human Services or equivalent field. Minimum 3 years’ working experience with client population group. Understanding of challenges faced by seniors with mental health, addictions, dementia, or neurological conditions. Requires knowledge of recovery, harm reduction, recovery and psychosocial rehabilitation. Knowledge of P.I.E.C.E.S., U-First, RAI, OCAN, and documentation standards (or willingness to be trained). Knowledge of community resources and cultural competency frameworks. Proven crisis intervention, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Strong assessment, counselling, and client engagement abilities with a flexible, creative approach. Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, clients, families, and community partners. Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills. Proficient in documentation, record-keeping, and basic computer applications. Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle. Work Environment: Staff will be required to work in clients’ rooms and may therefore be exposed to secondhand smoke. Frequent travel within the service area using your own vehicle will also be required. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required. some roles will require compliance to Hospitals’ Occupational Health and Safety protocols What You Offer: 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 Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply. Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required. This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position Thanks for visiting our Career Page. Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications. Follow us on: LOFT I LinkedIn I Indeed l Glassdoor l Instagram l
LOFT Community Services is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment and dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. LOFT is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Requested accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process by contacting hrteam@loftcs.org or (416) 979-1994.
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Case Manager, Behavioural Support_FT-Contract
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About the role
Title of Job: Case Manager, Behavioural Support Date: June 30, 2026 Closing Date: July 14, 2026 Location: Toronto, ON - BSTR Toronto Compensation: $57,007 - $71,647 annually prorated Contract Duration: until March 31, 2027 Work Type: Onsite Job Id: 10864208 Existing or New Position: Existing Who We Are: 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 20,573 annually and providing 1,856 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.
Job Summary: As a Case Manager – Behaviour Supports Ontario (BSO) you will be part of a Behaviour Supports Ontario (BSO)Team that provides direct care, education and support to older adults and their care partners, who are demonstrating responsive behaviours that may be associated with various types of dementia, mental health, substance use or other neurological conditions. You will complete a comprehensive behavioural assessment and an evidence-based Behavioural Support Plan. You will assist in the creation and coordination of a support network through establishing linkages with other community agencies and practitioners to coordinate care for the person served. In addition, you will provide direct service to support the person served, family members and/or caregivers to mitigate escalating responsive behaviours. You will also liaise, collaborate, and communicate with all members of the BSO team and other partners within the circle of care.
The Behaviour Support Transition Resource Team (BSTR) provides direct care, education and support to older adults and their care partners, who are demonstrating responsive behaviours/personal expressions that may be associated with various types of dementia, mental health, substance use or other neurological conditions who are designated ALC or at-risk of becoming ALC in hospital settings. The team works within hospitals in Toronto, York Region and South Simcoe and completes a comprehensive behaviour support assessment and creates a person-centered Behavioural Support Plan. Transition support is provided to those individuals who are being discharged from hospital to their next care destination. Serving over 700 individuals per year, the Behaviour Support Transition Resource Team plays a key role in supporting hospital staff in the management of responsive behaviours/personal expressions.
What You Will Do: Develop and implement individualized Behavioural Support Plans aimed at improving quality of life and reducing responsive behaviours. Conduct behavioural assessments and maintain accurate, timely documentation and reports. Act as a liaison and advocate, collaborating with clients, families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams. Provide training, consultation, and ongoing support to staff, families, and caregivers. Offer supportive counselling and connect clients to appropriate health care services and community resources. Deliver crisis intervention and assist in creating effective crisis management plans. Build respectful, trusting relationships using recovery-oriented and psychosocial rehabilitation principles. Participate in team meetings, care conferences, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to organizational policies and procedures. Work primarily within hospital settings, ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols. Engage in required training and contribute to the Behaviour Support Resource Team. Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership. What You Bring: Post-secondary education in Social Services / Human Services or equivalent field. Minimum 3 years’ working experience with client population group. Understanding of challenges faced by seniors with mental health, addictions, dementia, or neurological conditions. Requires knowledge of recovery, harm reduction, recovery and psychosocial rehabilitation. Knowledge of P.I.E.C.E.S., U-First, RAI, OCAN, and documentation standards (or willingness to be trained). Knowledge of community resources and cultural competency frameworks. Proven crisis intervention, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Strong assessment, counselling, and client engagement abilities with a flexible, creative approach. Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, clients, families, and community partners. Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills. Proficient in documentation, record-keeping, and basic computer applications. Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle. Work Environment: Staff will be required to work in clients’ rooms and may therefore be exposed to secondhand smoke. Frequent travel within the service area using your own vehicle will also be required. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required. some roles will require compliance to Hospitals’ Occupational Health and Safety protocols What You Offer: 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 Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply. Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required. This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position Thanks for visiting our Career Page. Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications. Follow us on: LOFT I LinkedIn I Indeed l Glassdoor l Instagram l
LOFT Community Services is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment and dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. LOFT is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Requested accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process by contacting hrteam@loftcs.org or (416) 979-1994.