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Homewood Health, Inc

Victoria

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CAD 30,000 - 60,000

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Job summary

Join a leading mental health organization as a Support Worker at Homewood Ravensview. You will provide care and support to individuals with mental illness and addiction disorders, collaborating within an interdisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered care. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities, this role offers a rewarding chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Free staff parking

Onsite dining room

Access to fitness facilities

Ongoing training and education

Qualifications

Two years relevant experience in a related field.
Current First Aid / CPR Certification for Health Care Providers.
Knowledge of mental health issues and treatment.

Responsibilities

Provide care for patients according to the care plan and report changes.
Develop and implement service plans and advocate for the patient.
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.

Skills

Observation Skills

Crisis Intervention

Conflict Management

Education

Certificate in Community Social Services - Mental Health and Addictions Worker

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Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.

We have an immediate, rewarding career opportunity for a Support Worker to join our great team at Ravensview, part of Homewood Health, the national leader in mental health and addictions treatment in Canada.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and RRSP-matching program
Free staff parking
Onsite dining room with gourmet meals prepared by our talented Nutrition Services team
Onsite training including nationally-recognized CARES Program, first aid and the opportunity to develop knowledge of mental health and addictions care in our Ravensview Monthly Grand Rounds Education Series
Access to professionally-designed fitness facility, serene outdoor spaces for walking and running, and direct access to John Dean Park

Homewood Ravensview is a private 75-bed mental health, trauma and addiction facility offering evidence-based, medically-led, inpatient services for first responders, military, veterans, executives & professionals, adults, and young adults. Located in North Saanich on 28 acres of forested hillside, Homewood Ravensview offers clients a comfortable and safe environment featuring serene ocean views from spacious rooms, welcoming common areas and a world-class team of physicians, psychiatrists, counsellors and 24-hour nursing professionals.

As a Support Worker at Homewood Ravensview, you will be an integral part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. You’ll participate in the provision of patient-focused treatment, rehabilitation and support for persons with mental illness and / or addiction disorders, promoting a safe and healthy environment that instills a sense of dignity and self-respect. You will also escort patients to off-site programs, appointments and other planned events.

What You’ll Be Doing

Provide care for patients according to the care plan, observe and report unsafe conditions and behavioral, physical, and / or cognitive changes
Perform delegated tasks according to training and procedures
Complete and maintain related records and documentation such as communication books and progress reports
Respond safely to resolve crisis situations and non-judgmentally to problematic behaviour.
Help develop and implement service plans and be a strong advocate for the patient
Act in a manner that respects the customs, individuality, values and spiritual beliefs of the patient
Ensure the safety of patients, staff and visitors by maintaining knowledge and adherence to infection control, emergency response and established policies and procedures
Contribute to maintaining a clean and orderly work environment and comply with infection control practices
Escalate medical emergencies to supervisor or emergency medical services as appropriate
Identify and participate in the elimination of hazards in the work environment
Complete incident / accident reports and occupational health and safety reports as required

What We're Looking For

Certificate in Community Social Services- Mental Health and Addictions Worker, a graduate of a Health Care Assistant program, or recognized Health Care worker educational program such as Community Health Worker Program, plus two (2) years’ relevant experience
Current First Aid / CPR Certification for Health Care Providers (Level 1 or greater)
Knowledge of substance misuse and of problems encountered by chemically dependent individuals
Awareness of community, social and health resources
Basic understanding of behavior management
Knowledge of mental health issues and treatment
Willingness to demonstrate and assist patient with activities of daily living
Ability to establish and maintain rapport with patients
Strong observations skills
Ability to deal effectively with conflict situations, manage aggressive behaviour and use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioural management techniques

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, and as required by BC Health Authorities, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Homewood Ravensview requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

Homewood Health promotes a fair and competitive compensation model. Pay rates are tailored to reflect differences in operating environments and job requirements. Compensation is influenced by many factors including compensation principles or approach for a role or job function, organizational tenure, experience, qualifications or premium skills, external competitiveness, internal comparability, geography and work performance. The salary range for this role is $ 21.82 - $ 30.37.

Homewood Ravensview acknowledges with respect the WSÁNEĆ people on whose territory it operates and recognizes that their historical relationship with the land continues to this day.

Why work with us

Homewood Health is Canada’s largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Other

Mental Health Care

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