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Are you a LifeSkills Support Worker looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Primary Care department.
In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Primary Care Life Skills Support Worker functions as a member of the interprofessional team, under the direction of the Team Leader. This position applies best practice to provide people with services as outlined in an individual’s plan of care, with the goal of maximizing independent living.
Primary Care Networks are partnerships between the Divisions of Family Practice representing BC’s family physicians, the regional health authorities, the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) and local community partners, along with other community providers such as nurse practitioners. All partners are working together in their local communities and collectively to redesign .’s primary and community care system so that it works better for patients and health-care providers.
Qualfications
•Diploma from a recognized Social Services Support Worker educational program, or Residential Care Aide program, two (2) years’ recent, related experience working with people with complex health issues, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Or Grade 12 plus a Community Mental Health Worker Certificate and Addictions Studies Certificate plus three (3) years recent related experience working with adults with mental illness and/or addictions diagnosis; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid . driver's license.
• Valid First Aid Certificate, CPR and Food Safe.
Skills and Abilities:
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize and prioritize.
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in a person’s condition or health status.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with people and their families.
• Possesses home management skills.
• Ability to teach skills to support the highest level of function possible.
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills.
• Advocacy skills.
• Basic computer skills including windows, word, internet and e-mail
• Ability to teach and work effectively in both groups setting and one-to-one.
Where you will be working:
Primary and Community Care
Northern Health’s approach to person and family-centered care involves creating health care teams, which include your doctor or nurse practitioner and other health care professionals, to provide a range of health care services. The quality of care increases by providing continuity of care over time and across settings, and will result in better long-term health outcomes.
Community:
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More about Northern Health
Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.
What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Three weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.
Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).
International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page:
