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 Driver's 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
