Community Mental Health Worker (British Columbia)

Community Mental Health Worker (British Columbia)

11 Aug
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Communitascare
|
British Columbia

11 Aug

Communitascare

British Columbia

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 safe 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

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📌 Community Mental Health Worker (British Columbia)
🏢 Communitascare
📍 British Columbia

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