Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker (226870)
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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
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
