Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker (225668)
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; 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 & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker provides life skills coaching advice and support services to 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.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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
Recognized 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 Standard First Aid/CPR Level C
Food Safe certificate
Valid Class 5 BC Drivers 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
Requirements
Key Skills
About Company
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With 20,000 employees and 1,900 physician partners, Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island ... View more
