Community Mental Health Workers assist adults living with psychiatric disabilities to integrate fully into the local community; implement the Individual Recovery Plans of the persons served assigned to the worker, as defined by Chilliwack Mental Health; and provide a positive liaison with Chilliwack Mental Health, persons served and community (e.g. landlords, family).

Current Openings:

1 Part-Time (24 hour a week) position available

Here's what we need from you:

- Community Mental Health Worker/Social Services certificate or approved equivalent
- Training and/or experience in the secure use of psychotropic medications is an asset
- Previous experience supporting people with chronic mental illness or concurrent disorders in the community is preferred
- A philosophy of service that is in line with Communitas’ Vision, Mission and Values
- Familiar with and able to implement ‘Spirit of Gentleness’ principles
- Familiar with and able to implement Psychosocial Rehabilitation principles fostering a belief in the recovery process
- Understanding of Recovery-Centered Clinical System (R.C.C.S)
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage a caseload for 6-9 persons served




- Ability to be motivational and positive in interactions with persons served with the ability to take initiative with creativity and flexibility
- Shows the ability to take initiative to improve systems and support for persons served
- Previous training or experience with motivational interviewing and assertive outreach is an asset
- Ability to observe, record and evaluate change in human behaviour
- Excellent written and verbal communication and mediation skills, excellent interpersonal skills
- Willingness to participate in ongoing training/in-service training
- Excellent teamwork skills maintaining honest, direct and respectful working relationships; as well as being able to work independently without supervision
- Use of personal vehicle required for individual served appointments, etc.
- Possession of an Emergency First Aid/CPR certificate
- Class 5 Drivers License

Here's what you can expect:

Program hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm

- Competitive wages
- Generous benefits package for full-time employees
- Opportunity for growth
- On-the-job training and support

Salary:

- $25.89 - $29.34 per hour

📌 Community Mental Health Worker (Chilliwack)
🏢 Communitas Supportive Care Society
📍 Chilliwack