Mental Health Worker

Options Community Services; Surrey; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Options Community Services in Surrey, BC seeks a Mental Health Worker for its clubhouse program. The role focuses on supporting adults living with mental illness through psycho-social rehabilitation, facilitating activities, and coordinating client progress.

The ideal candidate holds a health/social sciences diploma, two+ years in mental health services, and has First Aid, with driver’s license requirements including progression to Class 4. Union membership is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma in health or social sciences (e.g., mental health work, recreational therapy, or vocational therapy).
• Minimum of two years of experience in mental health services.
• Level I First Aid certificate is required.
• Class 5 driver’s license with goal to upgrade to Class 4 within 6 months; Class 4 license is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Interview and orient clients within the psycho-social rehabilitation framework.
• Plan and facilitate relevant activities and assess client needs.
• Maintain documentation of client progress and financial records.

Skills

Facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Communication (written & oral)

Education

Diploma in health or social sciences

Job description

Options Community Services is a non‑profit organization dedicated to delivering social services across the Southern Fraser region (Surrey, Delta, White Rock and Langley) from early childhood to seniors. Our comprehensive range of programs and services relies on collaborative relationships with individuals, businesses, community groups and government bodies to create focused, effective and responsive resources for the community.

Position Overview

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults living with mental illness? At our Clubhouse program, we provide a vibrant, supportive environment where individuals can connect, grow, and thrive. As a Mental Health Worker, you'll play a crucial role in facilitating enriching activities and supporting clients on their journey to wellness through a psycho‑social rehabilitation approach.

Reporting to the Program Manager, the selected candidate will interview and orient clients while assessing their abilities within the psycho‑social rehabilitation framework. Responsibilities include planning and facilitating relevant activities, conducting ongoing assessments of client needs and interests, and maintaining accurate documentation of client progress and financial records. The candidate will ensure the safety and maintenance of equipment, transport clients as needed, and collaborate with other professionals and community services. Additionally, they will evaluate service effectiveness, foster positive relationships with staff and clients, stay updated on industry trends, and contribute to program development and evaluations.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a diploma in health or social sciences, such as mental health work, recreational therapy, or vocational therapy, along with a minimum of two years of experience in mental health services. A current Level I First Aid certificate is required, as well as aClass 5 driver’s license with the expectation of moving towards a Class 4 driver’s license within 6 months of employment. An existing Class 4 driver’s license is considered an asset.

Candidates must possess effective facilitation skills and be willing to work shifts, including weekends and evenings. They should be capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage effectively with clients. Proficiency in written and oral communication is essential, along with the ability to develop program‑related reference materials. A commitment to problem‑solving, the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines, and the capacity to identify sensitive issues while maintaining confidentiality are also required.

This position is open to all applicants and requires union membership.

This role requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Information Check (PIC), and a Vulnerable Sector Check by the Ministry of Justice.

The land on which we are on is the unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples, including Kwantlen, Katzie, Matsqui, Musqueam, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen, Kwikwetlem and the Sto:lo Nations.