Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker - (223379)

Island Health; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health authority in British Columbia seeks a Mental Health & Addiction Rehabilitation Worker to support clients facing mental health and addiction challenges. Responsibilities include facilitating life skills training, providing supportive services, and assisting with employment opportunities. Candidates should possess a relevant diploma and have recent experience in mental health services. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2 years recent experience in mental health and addiction settings.
• Knowledge of legislation like the Mental Health Act.
• Experience with community care programs.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with mental health and addiction challenges.
• Facilitate group and individual skills training.
• Assist in job skills training and employment opportunities.

Skills

Effective communication

Building rapport with clients

Problem analysis and resolution

Teaching life skills

Sound judgment and observation skills

Working independently

Team collaboration

Promoting positive change

Education

Diploma in Community Social Services or a related program

Current Level 'C' Basic Life Saving Certificate

Food Safe certificate

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.
• Teach life skills.
• 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

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