Mental Health and Addictions Rehab Support Worker

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Duncan; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority in British Columbia seeks a Mental Health and Addictions Rehab Support Worker for a casual, site-based role. You will assist in activation and socialization for mental health patients in acute care, provide personal care, and support those with mental health, addiction, behavioral or developmental challenges.

Under supervision of a registered nurse or psychiatric nurse, you help the multidisciplinary team deliver compassionate care, respecting patient safety and

Qualifications

• Grade 10 and completion of a recognized Nursing Assistant Program, plus six (6) months recent, related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in activation and socialization services for mental health patients in the acute care setting.
• Provide personal care assistance.
• Support services to patients experiencing mental health, addiction, behavioral and developmental problems.

Skills

Communication

Teaching

Physical ability

Education

Grade 10

Nursing Assistant Program

BC Care Aide registry

Job description

Mental Health and Addictions Rehab Support Worker - (235198)

Work Area (FBA Only)

CDH

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0700-1500, 1500-2300, as required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$31.64 - $31.64

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Sep. 14 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 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.

Under the general supervision of a senior position such as a Registered Nurse or Regular Psychiatric Nurse and supporting a multidisciplinary team, the Mental Health and Addictions Rehab Support Worker assists in the provision of activation and socialization services for mental health patients in the acute care setting, provides personal care assistance, and support services to the patient/client who is experiencing mental health, addiction, behavioral and developmental problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 and completion of a recognized Nursing Assistant Program, plus six (6) months recent, related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to deal with others effectively
• Ability to teach
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position