JOB SUMMARY:

The chosen candidate will be responsible for: providing group and individual facilitation and ongoing support as a generalist in the program; facilitating team(s) by planning and implementing clerical, food preparation, social, recreational and educational programs with the members of the program; collaborating with other community agencies that provide services to this population.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Diploma in human service field, preferably certification as a Mental Health Worker, Psychosocial Rehabilitation practitioner and two years’ experience in supported vocational/educational setting or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience and one-year recent experience working with people with mental health issues or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Sound knowledge of and commitment to the principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, the Recovery Model and application of the Strengths Model.
• Skill in working with individuals with serious and persistent mental illness by facilitating individualized goal-oriented activities within a Clubhouse program or similar vocational experience.
• Experience working with young adults with mental illness an asset.
• Sensitive to the issues facing clients with mental illnesses, substance misuse, cultural diversity.
• Demonstrated skills in planning, decision-making, coaching, human-relations such as a genuine concern and respect for mental health clients.
• Knowledge of community resources is essential.
• Demonstrated group facilitation and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to working effectively with diverse populations.
• Valid First Aid/CPR and Non-violent Crisis Intervention certification required.
• Class 4 BC Unrestricted Driver’s License; Reliable personal vehicle with business insurance and $3,000,000 third-party legal liability insurance required.
• Working knowledge of Windows operating system and MS Word; familiarity with an electronic case management system is preferred.
• Documentation on CAMS and PARIS.
• Successful Criminal Record Check.
  HOURS OF WORK: This is a Regular Part time positions -35 hours per week - Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm; start and finish times may vary and flexibility with hours of work is required to meet client and program needs as determined by the Program Supervisor.
  This position is open to applicants of all genders. This position requires union membership. Applicants are requested to submit a cover letter and resume that quotes the posting number, provide an E-mail address and telephone number, and include qualifications, experience and any other information that may assist the Society in arriving at a hiring decision.
  Email applications to jobs@fraserside.bc.ca

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