Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority, Campbell River, BC, is seeking a Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker to support clients with mental health, addiction, and behavioral needs within a multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on life skills coaching, community integration, and day-to-day care planning.

You will facilitate employment opportunities, support vocational training, and assist in delivering client-centered care per an established plan.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Community Social Services or related health program; two years' related experience.
• Post-basic education related to mental illness and addiction, e.g., Counseling Skills training.
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act and Guardianship Act.
• Knowledge of local labour market or equivalent education/training/experience.
• Current Level 'C' Basic Life Saving Certificate.
• Food Safe certificate.
• Valid BC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Support a multidisciplinary care team to help clients live successfully in the community.
• Provide life skills coaching, guidance, and support for individuals and groups.
• Facilitate employment opportunities and vocational/job skills training.
• Determine day-to-day care per an established plan of treatment/care; participate in day-to-day work projects.

Skills

Effective communication

Rapport with clients

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Problem solving

Judgment & observation

Independent work

Teamwork

Physical capability

Computer literacy

Education

Diploma in Community Social Services

2+ years related experience

MHA/Guardianship Act knowledge

Life Saving Certificate (Level C)

Food Safe certificate

Valid BC Driver's License

Tools

Computer

Job description

Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker - (234078)

Campbell River Mental Health & Addiction Services (CRMHAS) - Campbell River, BC V9W 2C6 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

as required, 0800-1830

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$33.49 - $35.31

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Sep. 8 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

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

Yes

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.

Supporting a multidisciplinary care team and to assist clients experiencing mental health, addiction, behavioral and developmental problems to live successfully in the community, the Mental Health & Addiction Rehabilitation Worker provides life skills, coaching, advice, and support services for both individuals and in group settings, by determining day to day care to meet individual and/or group needs and situational requirements based on an established plan of treatment/care; facilitates employment opportunities, and supports vocational and job skills training, supervision and experience in hands on work and day-to-day work projects

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Diploma in Community Social Services or health related program, such as Human Services, Mental Health, Life Skills & Career Development, or Practical Nursing; Two (2) years recent, related experience; Recognised post basic education related to mental illness and addiction, such as Counseling Skills training; knowledge of applicable legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and the Guardianship Act; knowledge of available programs, their interrelationships, and their function in delivering care in the community; and Knowledge of the local labour market; or An equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current Level "C" Basic Life Saving Certificate. Food Safe certificate. Valid BC Driver's License

Skills And Abilities

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Prioritize and organize client demands made and care needs.
• Analyze and resolve problems.
• Sound judgment and good observation skills.
• Work independently, demonstrating initiative, with limited supervision.
• Work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Promote positive change and independence.
• Physically carry out the duties of the position.
• Operate related equipment, including a computer

Valid BC Driver’s Licence required. You will be expected to use your own personal vehicle to transport clients for this position.