Substance Use & SDoH Care Specialist

Island Health; Duncan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Duncan, British Columbia, seeks a Substance Use Social Determinants of Health Worker. This role focuses on patient-centered care, providing assessments, care planning, and referring patients to necessary services. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a mental health-related field and have two years of relevant experience. The position requires strong advocacy and communication skills within a multidisciplinary health care team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a mental health-related field from a recognized institution.
• Two years of recent, relevant experience.
• Post-degree training in Mental Health & Substance Use or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and care planning for patients.
• Consult and refer patients to necessary services.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary health care team.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Working knowledge of legislation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a mental health-related discipline

Two years' recent related experience

Job description

A regional health authority in Duncan, British Columbia, seeks a Substance Use Social Determinants of Health Worker. This role focuses on patient-centered care, providing assessments, care planning, and referring patients to necessary services. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a mental health-related field and have two years of relevant experience. The position requires strong advocacy and communication skills within a multidisciplinary health care team environment.