Mental Health Worker, Skyline Lodge (Temporary, Part Time)

MPA Society; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

MPA Society in Abbotsford is seeking a Mental Health Worker for Skyline Lodge. This temporary part-time role supports residents in a licensed care environment, requiring shift work and direct assistance with activities of daily living.

The position requires a Mental Health Worker Certificate, a high school diploma, and CPR/First Aid, and reports to the Nurse Manager. The role offers Grid 34 pay with 22.5 hours per week, starting September 27, 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include High School Diploma or GED.
• Mental Health Worker Certificate from a recognized college/university in social/behavioral science.
• Food Hygiene Certificate/Community Care Food Handlers Certificate.
• Two years related experience.
• Emergency First Aid/CPR Certificate.
• Class 5 Driver's License.
• Medical Certification of capability of carrying out assigned duties.
• Compliance with the TB immunization program of the Ministry of Health.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living under supervision.
• Develop and participate in individualized care plans.
• Assess and document residents' needs and progress daily.
• Model independence and support community involvement.
• Plan, implement and evaluate social and recreation programs.
• Administer medications and monitor effects per Pharmacy Policies.
• Ensure safety per WorksafeBC standards.
• Prepare, cook and serve meals and manage supplies.
• Assist with orientation of new staff and general house duties.

Skills

Reading documents

Report writing

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Mental Health Worker Certificate

Food Hygiene Certificate

Emergency First Aid/CPR

Two years related experience

Class 5 Driver's License

TB immunization compliance

Medical certification

Job description

Mental Health Worker, Skyline Lodge (Temporary, Part Time)

POSITION: Mental Health Worker, Temporary Part-Time

UNION: HEU – Community Subsector Association

PROGRAMS: Skyline Lodge

LOCATION: Abbotsford

SALARY RANGE: Grid 34: $33.49 - $35.31

SCHEDULE

• Sunday: 0730 hrs to 1530 hrs
• Monday and Tuesday: 0700hrs to 1500 hrs

HOURS OF PAY: 22.5 hours per week

START DATE: September 27, 2026

• All employment is subject to a criminal record check
• Qualifications and job description attached

Internal applicants no later than 5:00pm on Tuesday, September 22, 2025.

External applicants no later than 5:00pm on Tuesday, September 29 , 2025

Job Description – Mental Health Worker

Licensed Housing

Classification Benchmark: Support Worker 2

Grid Level: Grid 34

Collective Agreement: Community Subsector Association

Reports to: Nurse Manager

Job Summary

The Mental Health Worker must have the personality, temperament and competence to work with residents in a licensed care environment. The incumbent should be well motivated and have the ability to motivate others. This position requires shift work and under direction assists residents with activities of daily living and generally does role modeling in a manner that will maintain and respect the spirit, dignity and individuality of others. Care for residents and the facility comes under the supervision of the Nurse Manager.

Functions & Responsibilities

While other duties may be assigned, main duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Under direction, to assists members with activities of daily living.
• Recommend and participate in developing meaningful, realistic and measurable individual care plans.
• To assess, monitor and record members’ needs and progress on a daily basis and/or as needed.
• Encourage an atmosphere of independence, self-reliance and mutual accord by role modeling, teaching and training. Areas to be addressed are daily life skills, money management, making and keeping appointments and other related duties as they arise.
• To plan, implement and evaluate social and recreational programs in the facility and encouraging participation in the community events as directed.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with the Pharmacy Policies, standards and philosophy. Assess impact of medications by documenting impressions.
• Ensure safety in the workplace in accordance with WorksafeBC standards and regulations.
• Assist with orientation of new staff and members.
• Assist residents and co-workers with house cleaning on a daily, weekly, monthly and annual basis.
• Prepare, cook and serve meals in accordance with Food Safe Standards and weekly posted menu. Monitor food supplies by listing needed items and rotating supplies.
• Perform yard maintenance by raking and bagging leaves, shoveling snow and salting sidewalks as required.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Education, Training & Experience

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representing the knowledge, skills and ability needed.

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Mental Health Worker Certificate from a recognized college/university in social/behavioral science.
• Food Hygiene Certificate/Community Care Food Handlers Certificate
• Two years related experience
• Emergency First Aid/CPR Certificate
• Class 5 Driver's License
• Medical Certification of capability of carrying out assigned duties
• Compliance with the TB immunization program of the Ministry of Health

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspond proficiently.
• Ability to apply common sense, understanding and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

MPA Society is an award-winning non-profit service agency that has supported people living with mental illness for 50 years. Created on the principle of self-empowerment, our programs promote the dignity and well-being of people with mental illness by inspiring hope and supporting their recovery.

MPA Society operates over 30 social, vocational, recreational, advocacy and housing programs that support people in their own communities. We offer a dynamic working environment, competitive wages and benefits, and an opportunity to grow professionally with the organization.

At MPA Society, the unique capabilities and talents of our employees are our greatest asset. We believe that a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture enhance our ability to work in partnership with the diverse communities and people we serve. MPA Society hires on the basis of merit, and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.