Pediatric Mental Health Worker - (219628)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Victoria seeks a Pediatric Mental Health Worker to provide client-centered and family-focused care for children with mental health and substance use concerns. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Social Science and recent related experience. Responsibilities include conducting assessments and promoting a safe environment. This role is essential in ensuring the dignity and respect of clients.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized degree program in Social Science.
• One year's recent, related experience or equivalent combination.
• Ability to function in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and provide related counselling.
• Report on clients' conditions and monitor their environment.
• Promote a safe, healthy, and non-threatening environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical capability

Teaching ability

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Social Science

Job description

Overview

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), 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 Program Coordinator or designate, the Pediatric Mental Health Worker contributes to the provision of client-centered and family-focused care for children and youth hospitalized with mental health and/or substance use concerns by completing patient assessments, providing related counselling, and reporting clients' conditions, including reactions to medications and activity monitoring the patient/client's environment and changes in baseline behaviors and moods to ensure safety. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), or Child and Youth Counsellor (CYC), the Pediatric Mental Health Worker promotes a safe, healthy and non-threatening environment that instills a sense of dignity and self-respect, and motivates, assists and instructs clients with the activities of daily living.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognized degree program in Social Science plus one year's recent, related experience 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
• Physical Ability to carry out the duties of the position
• Ability to teach
• Ability to organize work
• Ability to operate related equipment