Mental Health Support Worker- Temporary Part Time SP MHU MHSW E2 0.50 Agecare Skypointe
Mental Health Support Worker- Temporary Part Time SP MHU MHSW E2 0.50 Agecare Skypointe
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Job Description
About Us
At AgeCare our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and wellbeing. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents homes and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and personcentered environment. Working in longterm care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.
The Opportunity:
The Mental Health Support Worker working in our new Long Term Care Mental Health specialty program will work as a member of the interdisciplinary team collaborating and supporting the residents in delivering support to residents who are 18 with complex mental health needs.
What You Will Do:
As a key part of the interdisciplinary team and in collaboration with the Resident Care Manager Social Worker and Occupational Therapist you will provide behaviour & symptom support to mental health residents 18 years and older
Using a strength based approach foster residents overall wellbeing psychosocial recovery stability and community reintegration
Using your ability to build rapport support and facilitate the development of residents problem solving competencies and social integration
Become part of a residentcentered environment
Report any unsafe activities or behaviours that may cause harm or injury to the resident or others
What You Will Need:
Diploma/Certificate in Community/Mental Health Addictions Aboriginal Studies or other related field
2 years experience in a mental health or addictions setting
Experience in nonviolent crisis intervention and behaviour management
Strong observation skills and skilled in reading body language and responding appropriately
Nonjudgmental and strong team collaboration skills
Certified in CPR and First Aid ASIST would be an asset
Consistently demonstrates AgeCares values
If youre motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity respect and compassion come join us!
Employment Type
Part-Time
