[B] Mental Health Support Worker - Reg.Part Time [BMR MHSW14 0.7] AgeCare Mount Royal

AgeCare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider specializing in long-term care is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker to join their interdisciplinary team in Calgary, Alberta. The successful candidate will support residents aged 18 and older with complex mental health needs, focusing on their overall well-being and community reintegration. This role involves collaboration with other healthcare professionals and reporting any safety concerns, promoting a dignified and compassionate care environment.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to support mental health residents in recovery.
• Experience in fostering community reintegration and social development.
• Commitment to delivering care with dignity and respect.

Responsibilities

• Provide behaviour and symptom support to residents aged 18+.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members for holistic care.
• Report unsafe activities that could harm residents.

Skills

Behaviour support

Interpersonal skills

Community integration

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Community/Mental Health

Job description

The Opportunity

The Mental Health Support Worker, working in our new Long Term Care, Mental Health specialty program, will work as a member of the interdisciplinary team, collaborating and supporting the residents in delivering support to residents who are 18+ with complex mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities

• As a key part of the interdisciplinary team and in collaboration with the Resident Care Manager, Social Worker and Occupational Therapist, you will provide behaviour & symptom support to mental health residents, 18 years and older
• Using a strength based approach, foster residents’ overall well-being, psycho-social recovery, stability and community re‑integration
• Using your ability to build rapport, support and facilitate the development of residents problem solving, competencies and social integration
• Become part of a resident‑centered environment
• Report any unsafe activities or behaviours that may cause harm or injury to the resident or others

Qualifications

• Diploma/Certificate in Community/Mental Health, Addictions, Aboriginal Studies or other

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!