Case Worker - Assertive Community Treatment

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Case Worker for Assertive Community Treatment in Victoria. This role involves providing vital assessment and treatment services to clients facing mental health and addiction challenges. You will be a key member of an interdisciplinary team, working in a supportive environment that prioritizes patient safety and quality care. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the community and have the skills to support individuals in their recovery journey, this casual position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to meaningful change.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in a health-related field required.
• Experience with mental health and addiction treatment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment, and outreach for mental health and addiction clients.
• Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary treatment team.

Skills

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Client Assessment Skills

Team Collaboration

Empathy

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Health-Related Discipline

Post-Basic Education in Mental Illness/Addiction

Tools

Windows-based Software

Job description

Case Worker - Assertive Community Treatment - (210617)

Victoria Mental Health - EMP - Victoria, BC V8R 4Z3 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only): Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: As required

Shift Start Time/End Time: As required

Days Off: As required

Vacancy Type: Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $42.27 - $52.81

Planned Start Date: Mar. 5 2025

CRC required? Yes (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

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.

Under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator or designate, works within the organization's framework and standards, and a rehabilitation/recovery harm reduction focused model, as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team. The Case Worker provides assessment, intervention, treatment, outreach, detoxification, and recovery consultation and referral for clients experiencing mental health and/or alcohol and drug addiction problems and their caregivers/families.

Travel may be a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle; a valid Driver's License is also required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Baccalaureate Degree in a health-related discipline from an approved post-secondary institution. Recognised post-basic education related to mental illness and/or alcohol and drug addiction; up to two (2) years recent related experience.

An understanding of mental health and alcohol and drug addiction issues; substance misuse assessments, treatment methodologies, intervention strategies, the change process, and community dynamics; knowledge of applicable legislation, such as Mental Health and Child Protection legislation; knowledge of available programs and services, their interrelationships, and their function in delivering services in the community; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Experience working with adults and youth with mental health and substance use issues.

Valid BC Driver's License.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated competence in the treatment of addiction and mental illness congruent with VIHA's framework and standards within a rehabilitation/recovery, harm-reduction focused model.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated organizational, problem-solving, and teaching skills.
• Demonstrated judgment, good observation, and client assessment skills, tact, and empathy in working with addiction clients.
• Work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Promote positive change and independence.
• Prioritize and organize workload.
• Ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Operate a personal computer with a variety of Windows-based software.

This casual opportunity is within the Bridging Care Program located in Victoria, Eric Martin Pavilion. The ideal candidate will have experience in a mental healthcare setting, experience in facilitating groups, and CBT + DBT Skills training.