Activity Coordinator - (216225)

Island Health; Duncan; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority in British Columbia is seeking an Activity Coordinator to support client-centered rehabilitation programs for individuals with serious mental illnesses. This role involves planning and delivering activities that enhance clients' physical, social, and emotional well-being, as well as working closely with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in a related field and experience in mental health settings.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience with individuals having serious mental disorders.
• Valid Class V BC Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and carries out individual and group activities.
• Acts as a resource for the multidisciplinary team in client-centered rehabilitation.

Skills

Planning and delivering activities

Effective communication

Crisis intervention and prevention

Teamwork

Community resource utilization

Education

College diploma in rehabilitation, therapy, or recreation

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager, the Activity Coordinator plans, coordinates and carries out individual and group activities in support of client-centered rehabilitation programs for persons with a serious and persistent mental illness, in a tertiary/residential community-based facility. Promotes a life style that meets the physical, social, emotional, intellectual and cultural needs and interests, and gives them a sense of dignity and self-respect of clients. Assists clients to carry out planned individual activities. Acts as a resource person for members of the multidisciplinary team in planning, implementing and evaluating client-centered rehabilitation plans.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. If applicable, transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and the incumbent must be able to operate a motor vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

College diploma in a rehabilitation, therapy, recreation or related discipline, plus three years' recent related experience, including at least six months working with individuals with serious mental disorders, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Class V BC Driver's License required.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to plan and deliver individual and group activities within a rehabilitation plan.
• Ability to deal effectively with individuals with serious and persistent mental disorders.
• Ability to utilize community resources effectively and develop positive working relationships with community resources, families and other service providers.
• Crisis intervention and prevention skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to demonstrate skills and activities to clients.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD3369.pdf