Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $33.49 - $35.31 / hour We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust.

The Clinical Support

Worker participates in case planning with clients and counsellors and assists in the delivery of the clinical and primary care program using a culturally appropriate, culturally-sensitive approach. Provides regular check-in support; assists clients with activities of daily living; provides clients with information on community services and resources; facilitates access/referrals to medical, counselling, housing and other supports. Provides medication reminders to clients, administers medication,and documents according to established policy.

Assists in the primary care aspects of the client's overall medical health by monitoring physical and psychological status, taking and recording vital signs, initiating and maintaining client charts. Works collaboratively with clients using a strengths-based model, motivational interviewing and engagement techniques, and a trauma-informed approach. Supports discharge plan, meets with client to ensure treatment plans are in place prior to client being discharged, and collaborates with interdisciplinary team to discharge clients as appropriate. # Participates in case planning with clients and counselors and assists in the delivery of the clinical program by performing duties such as providing supportive counseling and guidance to clients working on program assignments, interviewing clients to identify problems and needs, and assisting clients to determine appropriate programs. # Facilitates and organizessupported group workshops and interactive activities, demonstrations, modeling and behaviour managementtoencourage skills developmentand assistthe client, their families and natural supports todevelop life skills such as maintaining personal hygiene, housekeeping, meal planning and preparation,



meeting financial obligations, making and keeping appointments, and interpersonal skills including self-esteem, coping skills, motivation, formation of mutual support networks, and relapse prevention.

Observes clients, identifies and assesses potential emergency situations and develops short-term strategies to deal with such situations.Reportscrisis situations to thecoordinator or if on evenings/weekends to the administrator on call according to established procedures. Reports medical, behavioural, and other problems as required.Administers medication to clients, observes and supports appropriate medication management, provides medication reminders, and documents allin accordance the plan oftreatment/care and established policy and procedures. # Performs necessary follow-up actions including scheduling client appointments, completing appropriate requisitions as requested by nursing staff, liaising with laboratory and other agencies/departments, facilitates referrals to specialists, and flagging charts for the attention of the interdisciplinary staff. # Provides support in a clinical setting, monitoring client's physical and psychological status according to established standards, policies and proceduresby performing duties such as setting up and dismantling exam rooms; arranging for blood tests and diagnostic testing as directed; taking and recording vital signs such as blood pressure pulse, and respiration and reporting changes to primary care providers; Identifies available social, economic, recreational,



and educational services and resources in the community that will meet clients' needs. Interacts with clients in the centre and responds to their immediate needs such as arranging alternate sleeping accommodation when required. # Gathers and inputs client information, completes and maintains related records and documentation such as care plans, progress reports, and charts,compilesstatistics and daily logs, prepares and maintains various informational/resource packages for clients,utilizingappropriate software applications such as word processing and databases. # Works collaboratively with the clients using a strengths-based model, motivational interviewing and engagement techniques, utilizing a trauma-informed approach. # Grade 12 plus completion of a recognized Substance Use Certificate or Social Service Worker program plus one (1) year of recent related experience working in the addictions field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Valid Standard First

Aid - CPR C with automated external defibrillator certificate. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

About Fraser Health Fraser

Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force.

Fraser

Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally secure manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. #

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