Mental Health Support Worker (2025-0135)

Carewest Innovative Health Care; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in Calgary seeks a Mental Health Support Worker to provide critical support for clients with mental health challenges. This temporary part-time role emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork within a specialized care environment. Ideal candidates will have a health-related diploma and experience in mental health settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience working with mental health clients.
• Equivalent education, skills, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing encouragement and support to clients with complex mental health issues.
• Observe, monitor, and report on client status, including changes in health.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

Diploma or degree in a health or disability-related field

Job description

Here’s your chance to be a part of our story!

Carewest is one of Calgary’s leaders in exceptional care, and we are looking for passionate helpers to join our team.

Our mission is to support all clients in maintaining their quality of life as they transition through their healthcare journey. Our core values of Caring, Relationships, Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork guide how we provide care to those who need it the most.

We focus on delivering quality care & safety to our residents & clients and strive to attract innovative thinkers seeking a rewarding career.

Help us make a difference and connect with us today!

Position Details:

• Position Status: Temporary Part Time
• Term Ends: September 10, 2026
• Location: Signal Pointe, Social Work Complex LTC BW
• Hours: 46.50 FTE: 0.60
• Shift: Days
• Shift Times: 0900-1715 / 1000-1815
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Rate of Pay: $25.46 - $30.13
• PCN: 32MHSW01

Date Competition closes: June 13, 2025

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Client Service Manager, and under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, or other assigned Regulated staff, the Mental Health Support Worker is an unregulated team member who provides ongoing encouragement and support to clients with complex mental health, behavioral, and/or addiction diagnoses. The role involves observing, monitoring, and reporting on client status, including changes in mental, emotional, and physical health, ensuring timely communication with the regulated staff. The position upholds professional and ethical standards aligned with Carewest’s philosophy and policies, with additional duties as required.

Program summary:

Complex Care — for frail seniors requiring interdisciplinary care to maintain and improve quality of life in safe, comfortable, and supportive environments. Carewest offers a mix of secured and unsecured units.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma or degree in a health or disability-related field required
• Equivalent education, skills, and experience may be considered
• Effective communication skills in English are required
• Minimum of 2 years experience working with mental health clients

About Carewest:

We hire dedicated individuals who offer compassion, knowledge, and commitment to our clients’ treatment and outcomes. We value passion, client-centered care, best-practice solutions, and career growth within our organization.

As one of Canada’s largest providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation, and community programs, with 13 locations and over 3000 employees in Calgary, we foster a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert healthcare community. Our innovative practices provide ample opportunities for learning, growth, and excellence.

Employees must use employer-provided technologies and resources in accordance with policies, including adherence to privacy legislation such as HIA, FOIP, and InfoCare Behaviors. Successful applicants will need to provide a police records check, vulnerable sector screen, and possibly immunization records for certain environments. Carewest is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. For more information, visit carewest.ca.