Mental Health Support Worker

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Support Worker to join their multidisciplinary team. In this rewarding role, you'll provide essential life skills training and support to clients facing mental health challenges, ensuring their safety and well-being. Your responsibilities will include coaching, advocacy, and reporting on client progress while working in diverse community settings. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and their families. If you are passionate about mental health and eager to support positive change, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Up to $15,000 signing bonus

Qualifications

• Diploma in Community Social Services with two years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of legislation like the Mental Health Act is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide life skills training and support for clients with mental health issues.
• Report clients' progress and assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Teaching life skills

Judgment and observation

Team collaboration

Initiative and independence

Education

Diploma in Community Social Services

Post-secondary education in counselling skills

Tools

Basic Life Saving Certificate

Food Safe Certificate

Valid Class 5 vehicle license

Job description

Pembroke Street Mental Health - MSHU - Victoria, BC V8T 1J5 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only): Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time: 0830-1630

Days Off: Rotating

Vacancy Type: Temp PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $31.56 - $33.28

Paid FTE: 0.74

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: 52.50

Planned Start Date: Feb. 2 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Aug. 2 2025

Pending Return of Incumbent: Yes

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 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.

Reporting to the Coordinator, as a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Mental Health Support Worker provides life skills training, coaching, advocacy, advice, and support services for clients experiencing mental health, behavioral, and developmental problems and to their caregivers/families, in accordance with an established plan of treatment/care. Motivates, assists, and instructs clients with the activities of daily living, reports clients' progress and condition, including reactions to medications.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience:

Diploma in Community Social Services, e.g. Mental Health Worker, Community Health Worker, Resident Care Attendant/Long Term Care Aide, or Social Services Worker including post-secondary education in counselling skills training. Knowledge of 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. Current Level C Basic Life Saving Certificate. Valid Class 5 vehicle license. Food Safe Certificate. A minimum of two years recent related experience working with persons with mental illness/ special needs including teaching life skills, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to prioritize and organize client demands made and care needs.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to teach life skills.
• Sound judgment and good observation skills.
• Ability to demonstrate an appropriate level of initiative and independence.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to promote positive change and independence.
• Physical and emotional ability to carry out the duties of the position.

This is a community based mental health worker position supporting MHSU Crisis Response and Outreach teams including the Encampment Outreach team. This position regularly provides services in various community locations, including personal residences, shelters, supportive housing sites, or parks. Service users may be engaging with active substance use or experiencing mental health symptoms or socioeconomic barriers. Understanding and experience of psychosocial rehabilitation, harm reduction principles, mental health conditions and appropriate community resources and referral processes is essential. A valid driver's license and a personal vehicle is required for this position.

Additional Clauses:

This position is eligible for up to a $15,000 signing bonus. Employees must meet eligibility criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a recruiter today!