Mental Health & Addictions Support Worker

at  Vancouver Coastal Health

COME WORK AS A MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTIONS SUPPORT WORKER WITH VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Mental Health & Addictions Support Worker to join the Adult Mental Health team in Sechelt, BC. Apply today to join our team!

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Diploma from a recognized Social Services Support Worker educational program,
• Two (2) years’ recent, related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid B.C. driver’s license. Local area travel requires the use of a personal vehicle.

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the principles of recovery in mental illness.
• Knowledge of community, social and health resources.
• Knowledge of substance misuse and of problems encountered by chemically dependant individuals; basic understanding of behavior management.
• Knowledge of mental health issues and treatment.
• Ability to demonstrate and assist client with development of health life skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.Ability to deal effectively with conflict situations, manage aggressive behavior, and use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioral management techniques.
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish/maintain satisfactory work relationships with the public and other employees, to deal tactfully and effectively with co-workers, public and staff from other agencies, to maintain confidentiality and to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with a culturally diverse population.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
  Closing Statement:
  The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.
  As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

Please refer the Job description for details