Life Skills Worker | EPI

Interior Health; Penticton; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and remuneration

Career Growth

Employer paid training/education

Employer paid vacation

Employer paid insurance premiums

Extended Health & Dental

Municipal Pension Plan

Balanced lifestyle

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking a permanent part-time Life Skills Worker (0.60 FTE) to join our Mental Health Substance Use Early Psychosis Intervention team, based at the Foundry and Penticton Health Center in Penticton, BC.

You will work in a multidisciplinary setting to provide structured life skills supports to young adults with first episode psychosis, ages 18 to 30, and collaborate with families and clinicians.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education.
• Certificate in a field relevant to the position (e.g.: community social services, rehabilitation).
• One‑year recent related experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and substance use problems; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid certificates in CPR, First Aid and Food Safe required.
• Current valid B.C. Driver’s License (Class 5).

Responsibilities

• Provide structured life skills support to clients to develop independence in daily living.
• Monitor clients and document observations per standard procedures; report changes to the team.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living and skill development; support problem solving and decision‑making.
• Coordinate with mental health and substance use staff and other service providers.

Skills

Experience with mental health and SUD

CPR

First Aid

Food Safe

Driver's license

Education

Grade 12

Certificate in relevant field

Job description

Position Summary

Interior Health is currently seeking a permanent part-time (0.60 FTE) Life Skills Worker to join our Mental Health Substance Use (MHSU) Early Psychosis Intervention (EPI) team. This position is based out of both, the Foundry and Penticton Health Center in beautiful Penticton, B.C.

“Interior Health and our partner agencies provide a range of mental health and substance use services for all ages. We stride to ensure that our services are welcoming of all peoples, gender identities, cultures, ethnicities and backgrounds.”

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package
• Career Growth
• Employer paid training/education
• Employer paid vacation (per collective agreement)
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended Health & Dental coverage
• Contribution to Municipal Pension Plan
• Balanced lifestyle

What will you work on?

This is a multi-disciplinary team who provide evidence based, specialized, holistic and age & culturally safe interventions and supports for people experiencing or at risk of experiencing first episode of psychosis between the ages of 18 to 30 years and their families. The service provides assessment, planning, treatment, consultation, follow-up, education and assertive outreach.

This position works as a member of an integrated team to provide structured support services to clients. Monitors clients in accordance with established treatment objectives and/or care plans; observes client’s behaviours and symptoms, documents observations in accordance with standard procedures and/or providing verbal reports on changes in client’s appearance, behavior, and/or health. Provides support to clients in the development and maintenance of life skills. Demonstrates and models appropriate behaviours and provides support in problem solving and decision‑making. Assists clients with activities of daily living. Participates in activities to support skill development. Liaises, monitors and coordinates services with mental health and substance use staff, medical professionals, and other relevant service providers.

This is a dynamic and meaningful role for someone who thrives in challenging environments. As a Life Skills Worker, you will make a direct impact by helping clients build independence in daily living, from personal care and budgeting to communication and community engagement. Each day is fast‑paced and unpredictable, requiring strong problem‑solving skills, calmness under pressure, and the ability to manage crises with compassion. This role is demanding, but offers the reward of seeing clients develop skills, resilience, and confidence in their daily lives.

Scheduling Information:

Shift times are from 08:30-16:30 hours. Days of work are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

How will you create an impact?

Joining our IH team will allow you to challenge yourself professionally while enjoying all the personal pursuits available to you within this fantastic community.

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health... What we can do for you

We offer a work environment conducive to growth and development of strong skills and a work environment that supports and promotes psychological health & safety for all. We offer the opportunity to have a balanced lifestyle that allows you to maintain the quality of life you desire.

Qualfications

Education, Training and Experience:

• Grade 12
• Certificate in a field relevant to the position (i.e.: community social services, rehabilitation)
• One‑year recent related experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and substance use problems; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid certificates in CPR, First Aid and Food Safe required.
• Current valid B.C. Driver’s License. (Class 5).