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LIFESKILLS WORKER, SPECIALIZED MENTAL HEALTH SUBSTANCE USE OUTREACH/SUBSTANCE USE STABILIZATION
LIFESKILLS WORKER, SPECIALIZED MENTAL HEALTH SUBSTANCE USE OUTREACH/SUBSTANCE USE STABILIZATIONNorthern Health - BC • Quesnel, BC, CA
LIFESKILLS WORKER, SPECIALIZED MENTAL HEALTH SUBSTANCE USE OUTREACH / SUBSTANCE USE STABILIZATION

LIFESKILLS WORKER, SPECIALIZED MENTAL HEALTH SUBSTANCE USE OUTREACH / SUBSTANCE USE STABILIZATION

Northern Health - BC • Quesnel, BC, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

LIFE SKILLS WORKER, SPECIALIZED MENTAL HEALTH SUBSTANCE USE OUTREACH / SUBSTANCE USE STABILIZATION

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Specialized Services department. The Life Skills Worker (LSW) – Specialized Substance Use Stabilization / MHSU Outreach will provide outreach community‑based support services, assisting in mental health and substance use treatment.

Responsibilities

  • Provide outreach community‑based support services, assisting in mental health and substance use treatment.
  • Deliver life skills training, coaching, advocacy, and support to individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, behavioural, and developmental problems and to their caregivers / families.
  • Motivate, assist, and guide individuals with activities of daily living; report progress and condition, including reactions to medications.

About Quesnel

Quesnel is a small city with a vibrant, creative and family‑friendly lifestyle, rich with culture and community spirit. Located on the banks of the Quesnel and Fraser rivers, it offers affordable housing, twelve public schools, one Christian school and two post‑secondary schools. Key industries include forestry, agriculture, mining, and tourism, and the area provides plenty of outdoor adventures.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

  • Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health / dental and a municipal pension plan for part‑time and full‑time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
  • Three weeks vacation with one year of continuous service.
  • Financial support for moving expenses is available for eligible positions.
  • Employee referral program.
  • Employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities.
  • Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC.
  • “Loan Forgiveness Programs” offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
  • Important Note

    As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation :

  • Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession).
  • Any supporting documents regarding education / qualifications for this position.
  • Examples May Include

  • Program certificates or diplomas.
  • High school / college / university transcripts, etc.
  • It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.
  • Are you an International Applicant?

    Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow the steps outlined on our Northern Health careers page.

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