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The Mental Health Worker is responsible to provide support to mental health consumers living in an assisted living setting with a goal toward maintaining an optimal level of independence. The mental health worker will provide support in all areas of living including meals, social, mental, physical and/or spiritual, through participation in home and community-based activities.

First Avenue offers a safe and supportive setting where consumers can acquire knowledge and skills that will assist them to eventually transition to a more independent setting in the community. Overnight shifts provide on call support to Transitional Living Program (TLP) clients.

Here's what we need from you:

Training/experience in the field of Psychosocial Rehabilitation/Psychology/Community Mental Health

Training/experience in the safe use of psychotropic medications is an asset

Training/experience in developing and implementing activity programs, including recreational, life skills and community access and awareness

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

Ability to take initiative with creativity and flexibility

Ability to be motivational and positive in interactions with residents

Ability to effectively access community resources

Excellent teamwork skills, ability to maintain Honest, Direct and Respectful relationships

Ability to receive direction as well as being able to work independently without supervision

Ability to observe, record and evaluate change in human behaviour

Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Possession of a valid Class 5 BC drivers license

Possession of a valid Emergency First Aid Certificate with CPR (must maintain valid certification)

Here's what you can expect:
Shifts are: days, evenings, overnights, and weekends

Competitive wages

Generous benefits package for full-time employees

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