Job Description:

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 valuable 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

Job Requirements:

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1182.pdf

📌 Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker (Canada)
🏢 Island Health
📍 Canada