Mental Health Worker
Island Health
Close DateLocationBlackwood Suites Residential Facility – Victoria, BC V8T 3W3 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteNoTravel RequirementTravel between multiple sites may be requiredShift Start Time/End Time0700-1500 / 1500-2300 / 2300-0700Days OffAs requiredVacancy TypeCasualSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$31.56 – $33.28Paid FTEN/AWorked BI-WEEKLY HOURSN/APlanned Start DateSep. 9 2024Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Pending Return of IncumbentCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)YesJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) 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 Manager or designate, the Mental Health Worker participates in the provision of client-focused treatment, rehabilitation and support for persons with mental illness in a residential, community-based facility. Promotes a safe, healthy and non-threatening environment that instills a sense of dignity and self-respect. Participates in the planning, development, implementation, delivery, and modification of clinical services by responding to identified client needs, within the program’s guidelines. Motivates, assists, and instructs clients with the activities of daily living, reports clients’ conditions, including reactions to medications. Escorts clients to off-site programs, appointments and other planned events. Assesses clients’ ability to assume self-care responsibility.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceDiploma in Community Social Services, e.g. Mental Health Worker, Community Health Worker, or Social Services Worker including post-secondary education in counseling skills training. Knowledge of legislation such as the Mental Health Act and the Guardianship Act. Knowledge of available programs, their interrelationships, and their function in delivering care in the community. Understanding of the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation, using a client-centred approach. A minimum of two years recent related experience working with persons with mental illness including teaching life skills, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current Level C Basic Life Saving Certificate. Valid Class 5 vehicle license. Food Safe Certificate.Skills And Abilities
Victoria, BC
Tue, 27 Aug 2024 22:03:11 GMT
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