In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager or designate the Mental Health Worker participates in the provision of client-focused treatment rehabilitation and support for persons with mental illness in a residential community-based facility. Promotes a safe healthy and non-threatening environment that instills a sense of dignity and self-respect. Participates in the planning development implementation delivery and modification of clinical services by responding to identified client needs within the programs guidelines. Motivates assists and instructs clients with the activities of daily living reports clients conditions including reactions to medications. Escorts clients to off-site programs appointments and other planned events. Assesses clients ability to assume self-care responsibility.
Diploma in Community Social Services e.g. Mental Health Worker Community Health Worker or Social Services Worker including post-secondary education in counseling skills training. Knowledge of legislation such as the Mental Health Act and the Guardianship Act. Knowledge of available programs their interrelationships and their function in delivering care in the community. Understanding of the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation using a client-centred approach. A minimum of two years recent related experience working with persons with mental illness including teaching life skills or an equivalent combination of education training and experience. Current Level C Basic Life Saving Certificate. Valid Class 5 vehicle license. Food Safe Certificate.
Mental Health Worker (231468) • Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada
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