Mental Health Support Worker - (214015)
Mental Health Support Worker - (214015)
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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.
Reporting to the Coordinator as a member of a multidisciplinary team the Mental Health Support Worker provides life skills training coaching advocacy advice and support services for clients experiencing mental health behavioral and developmental problems and to their caregivers/families in accordance with an established plan of treatment/care. Motivates assists and instructs clients with the activities of daily living reports clients progress and condition including reactions to medications.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Training And Experience
Diploma in Community Social Services e.g. Mental Health Worker Community Health Worker Resident Care Attendant/Long Term Care Aide or Social Services Worker including postsecondary education in counselling 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. Current Level C Basic Life Saving Certificate. Valid Class 5 vehicle license. Food Safe Certificate.A minimum of two years recent related experience working with persons with mental illness/ special needs including teaching life skills or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Ability to prioritize and organize client demands made and care needs.
- Ability to problem solve.
- Ability to teach life skills.
- Sound judgment and good observation skills.
- Ability to demonstrate an appropriate level of initiative and independence.
- Ability to work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to promote positive change and independence.
- Physical and emotion ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Advocacy skills.
Requirements
Employment Type
Full-Time
