Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker

Island Health; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority seeks a Mental Health & Addiction Rehabilitation Worker to support clients with mental health and addiction challenges. The role involves coaching, vocational training, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have relevant diplomas, experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Two years recent, related experience required.
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act and community care delivery.
• Valid BC Driver's License needed.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with mental health and addiction challenges.
• Provide life skills coaching and vocational training.
• Assist in determining daily care needs based on treatment plans.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Analysis

Teaching Life Skills

Judgment

Observation Skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

Diploma in Community Social Services or related field

Current Level 'C' Basic Life Saving Certificate

Food Safe certificate

Job description

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 shared responsibility. The continuous improvement of quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Mental Health & Addiction Rehabilitation Worker supports a multidisciplinary care team and assists clients experiencing mental health, addiction, behavioral, and developmental problems to live successfully in the community. The role involves providing life skills coaching, advice, and support services to individuals and groups, determining daily care needs based on an established treatment plan, facilitating employment opportunities, and supporting vocational and job skills training, supervision, and hands-on work and projects.

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience

• Diploma in Community Social Services or a health-related program, such as Human Services, Mental Health, Life Skills & Career Development, or Practical Nursing.
• Two (2) years recent, related experience.
• Recognized 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 functions in community care delivery.
• Knowledge of the local labour market.
• Alternatively, 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

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and organize client demands and care needs.
• Problem analysis and resolution skills.
• Ability to teach life skills.
• Sound judgment and good observation skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision, demonstrating initiative.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to promote positive change and independence.
• Physical ability to perform duties.
• Proficiency in operating related equipment, including computers.

Link to Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1183.pdf