Mental Health and Addictions Rehab Support Worker - (221603)

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Canada seeks a Mental Health and Addictions Rehab Support Worker to assist patients in acute care settings. The role involves providing personal care and socialization services under the supervision of nursing professionals. Candidates should have Grade 10 education and complete a Nursing Assistant Program, with six months of recent experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 and completion of a recognized Nursing Assistant Program required.
• Six months of recent, related experience is needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing activation and socialization services for mental health patients.
• Provide personal care assistance and support services.
• Work under the supervision of senior nursing staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Teaching ability

Physical capability

Equipment operation

Education

Grade 10 and Nursing Assistant Program completion

Registration with the BC Care Aide registry

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
• Ability to operate related equipment