RN/RPN Case Worker - (216036)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority is seeking a Case Worker to provide therapeutic and case management support within various settings. The role requires registration as an RN or RPN, relevant experience, and an understanding of psychiatric disorders. This position involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.

Qualifications

• RN or RPN registrant required.
• Two years' experience in mental health support.
• Valid Class 5 vehicle license is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic and case management support services.
• Work with multidisciplinary clinical teams to implement care plans.
• Acts as a primary clinical resource for assigned clients.

Skills

Clinical understanding of psychiatric disorders

Outreach case management

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Two years of recent related experience

Job description

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.

Under the administrative direction of the Coordinator, and a part of the therapeutic team under the Clinical Director, the Case Worker is responsible for providing primary therapeutic, case management and mental health support services for assigned clients, whether they are in hospital, residential or community settings. Such services are provided where and as required, in accordance with care plans agreed to by the multidisciplinary clinical team, the individual and family.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant or a practicing RPN registrant. Two years of recent related experience. Valid Class 5 vehicle license.

Skills And Abilities

• Clinical understanding of affective disorders, schizophrenia and other serious psychiatric disorders and their treatment, using a comprehensive bio psychosocial model of care.
• Ability to work in an outreach case management modality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to deal effectively with a wide range of contacts.
• Ability to organize work effectively, establish and carry out priorities to meet critical deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1091.pdf