Mental Health Care Aide – Community & Rehab Support

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

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) is seeking a Mental Health Care Aide to support clients with severe addiction and mental illness in a residential/community setting in Victoria, BC. The role emphasizes safety, dignity, and person-centered care within its clinical program guidelines.

You will assist with activities of daily living, observe and report client conditions, and help coordinate off-site appointments and activities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Nursing Assistant program and related community health training.
• Experience with addictions/mental illness and personal care is preferred.
• Understanding of psychosocial rehabilitation and client-centered approaches.

Responsibilities

• Participates in client-focused treatment, rehabilitation and support for persons with addictions and mental illness.
• Promotes a safe and respectful environment and supports daily living activities.
• Assists with planning, delivery and modification of clinical services per program guidelines.
• Escorts clients to programs and appointments and documents client conditions including reactions to medications.

Skills

Communication

Therapeutic rapport

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Judgment

Driver's license

Physical fitness

Education

Nursing Assistant diploma

Job description

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) is seeking a Mental Health Care Aide to support clients with severe addiction and mental illness in a residential/community setting in Victoria, BC. The role emphasizes safety, dignity, and person-centered care within its clinical program guidelines.

You will assist with activities of daily living, observe and report client conditions, and help coordinate off-site appointments and activities.