Job Category: Front-Line Outreach & Mental Health Workers

This is a casual position. As such, there is no specific or guaranteed schedule associated with the position. Shifts are offered on an as-needed basis, in accordance with operational requirements and the applicable Collective Agreement. Employees may be contacted to fill available shifts based on their availability and operational needs.

Range: $33.49 - $35.31

Location: Various locations - Supported Housing Division

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Program Manager the Community Mental Health Worker is responsible for the day to day running of the support and advocacy services, social, recreational, volunteer and food programs as well as the ensuring safety and welfare of participants in program by use of the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation practices and in line with the mission, objectives and policies of Coast Mental Health.

Shift hours are: 7am - 3pm 3pm - 11pm 11pm - 7am

Required Qualifications

Diploma in Community Social Service or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience or other qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work

Recent, related experience of two years

Ability to provide or obtain the following upon hire:

Certificates in First Aid + CPR

WHMIS

Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Clearance

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of housing issues local and community resources

Firm understanding of harm reduction approach and its implementation in a community based setting.

Demonstrated ability in crisis de-escalation skills applied in a team setting

Demonstrated ability to work with individuals who are marginalized,



under served and who may be at risk of homelessness or homeless.

Demonstrated ability working with individuals living with substance misuse issues and or an untreated mental illness.

Understanding of a trauma informed approach

Knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation practices

Knowledge of program policy and procedures

Knowledge and proficiency in relevant software

Ability to work with clients living with mental illness

A valuable understanding of the issues related to meeting basic needs of food, clothing, shelter.

Ability to work effectively independently and in cooperation with others.

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.

Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups.

Some knowledge of the criminal justice system

Why Coast

We believe in the person, not the disease

We operate client-centered care under the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation

There is a variety of work within a particular position and within the organization

We strive to be the best that we can be

We hold Exemplary Status accreditation through Accreditation Canada

We have won numerous awards for our innovative programming

We care about our employees, and believe in living our values and culture throughout the organization

Coast Mental Health is committed to creating a culture of diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion or disability.

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