community mental health worker

JAZ Community Support Limited; Bedford; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support agency in Bedford, Nova Scotia, is seeking a dedicated support worker to assist clients with special needs. The ideal candidate will implement life skills workshops, perform administrative duties, and provide personal care. Applicants should have a college certificate, good communication skills, and the ability to work independently. This position offers health benefits, a flexible schedule, and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Health care plan

Dental plan

Paid time off

Learning/training paid by employer

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with personal care and providing assistance to clients with special needs.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative tasks.
• Implement life skills workshops.
• Liaise with social services and health care providers.
• Assist clients with personal care and social outings.

Skills

Administrative skills

Life skills implementation

Personal care

Excellent oral communication

Attention to detail

Education

College or CEGEP certificate/diploma (3 months to less than 1 year)

Job description

Job Details

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 36 to 48 hours per week
• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• Experience: Experience an asset or equivalent experience

Work Site Environment

• Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders)
• Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance)

Work Setting

• Urban area
• Work in employer's/client's home
• Community agency

Tasks

• Perform administrative tasks
• Implement life skills workshops
• Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
• Housekeeping activities
• Food preparation
• Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings
• Provide personal care

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• Mandt System training
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
• Cultural Awareness Training
• Medication Administration Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Target Audience

• Females
• Persons with mental health disabilities
• Persons with physical disabilities

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/Travel Information

• Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail

Weight Handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal Suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Values and ethics
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player
• Organized

Screening Questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?

Employment Terms Options

• Shift
• Night
• Weekend

Health Benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial Benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance