Mental Health Support Worker (2025-0615)

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Calgary is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker for a temporary part-time position. You will provide support to clients with complex mental health and behavioral diagnoses, ensuring thorough observation and communication with regulated staff. Ideal candidates have a relevant diploma and experience with mental health clients. This role offers a pay rate of $25.46 - $30.13 per hour.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing encouragement and support to clients with mental health issues.
• Observe, monitor, and report on client status/condition.
• Ensure changes in client status are reported to assigned staff.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Experience with mental health clients

Education

Diploma or degree from a health or disability related field

Job description

Overview

Carewest is one of Calgary’s leaders in exceptional care and we are looking for passionate helpers to join our team. At Carewest, our mission is to support all clients in maintaining their quality of life as they transition through their health care journey. Our core values of Caring, Relationships, Excellence, Accountability and Teamwork guide how we provide care to those who need it the most. With a strong focus on delivering quality care and safety to our residents and clients we strive to attract innovative thinkers looking for a rewarding career. Help us make a difference and connect with us today!

Position Details

Position Status: Temporary Part Time. Term Ends: March 30, 2026. Location: Signal Pointe, Social Work Complex LTC BW. Hours: 46.00. FTE: 0.59. Shift: Days. Shift Times: 0900-1515. Union: AUPE GSS. Rate of Pay: $25.46 - $30.13. PCN: 32MHSW03. Date Competition closes: September 12, 2025.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Director of Care, and under the direct or indirect supervision of the Social Worker or other assigned Regulated staff, the Mental Health Support Worker is an unregulated member of the interdisciplinary team who provides ongoing encouragement and support to clients with complex mental health, behavioural and/or addiction diagnoses. The Mental Health Support Worker observes, monitors and reports on client status/condition including changes in mental, emotional and general physical status. The Mental Health Support Worker ensures that changes in client status are reported to the assigned Regulated staff member. In keeping with Carewest’s Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care and Carewest policies this position maintains professional and ethical standards at all times. Responsible for other related duties as required.

Program summary

Complex Care – for frail seniors who require the care of an interdisciplinary team 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 from a health or disability related field is required
• Equivalent combination of education, skills and experience may be considered
• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in English is required
• Minimum of 2 years experience working with mental health clients

About Carewest

We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.

We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.

Employees are required to use technologies, devices, resources, and systems provided by the employer, as per Carewest policy and procedure. Adherence to relevant privacy legislation and best practice including HIA, ATIA, POPA, and InfoCare Behaviours, is required.

Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca.