Position Overview

PACT is an existing program operating as a part of the Shared Health organization that provides wrap- around interdisciplinary services and supports to individuals who have symptoms of a severe and enduring mental illness. The community PACT teams work with individuals who have a severe mental illness and may have been in hospital for extended periods of time, have a high use of emergency services, use a number of services and require regular supports to assist in community living. Individuals do require a diagnosis of primary psychotic disorder (Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective, Bipolar I), but may also have co-existing medical conditions, addictions, or be involved with the criminal justice system.

The model is an assertive community treatment approach and allows for a coordinated care approach within the interdisciplinary team.

PACT will be responsible for