Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker
at Island Health
Campbell River, BC, Canada -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 25 Oct, 2024 | USD 31 Hourly | 28 Jul, 2024 | N/A | Life Skills,Independence,Writing,Training,Mental Health,Career Development,Human Services | No | No |
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Description:
Job Description:
In 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.
Supporting a multidisciplinary care team and to assist clients experiencing mental health, addiction, behavioral and developmental problems to live successfully in the community, the Mental Health & Addiction Rehabilitation Worker provides life skills, coaching, advice, and support services for both individuals and in group settings, by determining day to day care to meet individual and/or group needs and situational requirements based on an established plan of treatment/care; facilitates employment opportunities, and supports vocational and job skills training, supervision and experience in hands on work and day-to-day work projects
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Diploma in Community Social Services or health related program, such as Human Services, Mental Health, Life Skills & Career Development, or Practical Nursing; Two (2) years recent, related experience; Recognised post basic education related to mental illness and addiction, such as Counseling Skills training; knowledge of applicable 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; and Knowledge of the local labour market; or An equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current Level “C” Basic Life Saving Certificate. Food Safe certificate. Valid BC Driver’s License
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain rapport with clients.
- Deal with others effectively.
- Prioritize and organize client demands made and care needs.
- Analyze and resolve problems.
- Teach life skills.
- Sound judgment and good observation skills.
- Work independently, demonstrating initiative, with limited supervision.
- Work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Promote positive change and independence.
- Physically carry out the duties of the position.
- Operate related equipment, including a computer
Job Requirements:
https://jd.viha.ca/JD1183.pd
Responsibilities:
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REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)
Hospital/Health Care
Pharma / Biotech / Healthcare / Medical / R&D
Oral Healthcare Services
Diploma
Proficient
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Campbell River, BC, Canada