Life Skills Worker | Mental Health Substance Use

Interior Health Authority; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Cranbrook is seeking casual Life Skills Workers to support individuals facing severe mental health challenges. This role involves monitoring clients, assisting in daily living activities, and working alongside an integrated team. Candidates with education in mental health and experience with challenging behaviors are encouraged to apply. Competitive salary and a focus on personal growth in a supportive environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Employer paid training

Balanced lifestyle

Qualifications

• Education in mental health is required.
• Experience with clients having serious and persistent mental illness.
• Ability to document observations per standard procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor clients according to treatment objectives.
• Provide support in developing daily living skills.
• Liaise with mental health and substance use staff.

Skills

Experience with mental illness

Supportive care skills

Problem-solving

Life skills development

Education

Education in mental health

Job description

Interior Health is hiring casual Life Skills Workers to join our Mental Health & Substance Use (MHSU) Team at the Tamarack Cottage in Cranbrook, B.C.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking experienced mental health workers to provide supportive care for individuals who experience severe challenges in daily living as a result of their mental illness and/or substance use disorder.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package
• Career Growth
• Employer paid training/education
• Balanced lifestyle

What will you work on?

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.

Scheduling Information

Shift type for this position are days and nights and shift times are from 07:00 to 19:10, 19:00 to 07:10 hours.

This is a Casual opportunity. Casual means there are no guaranteed hours and work requirements can vary from 0 - 37.5 hours per week. Many careers with us begin with casual employment and lead to permanent or temporary career opportunities.

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.

If you have education in mental health and experience with clients who have serious and persistent mental illness, apply today!