Mental Health Worker

The Mental Health Worker is responsible to provide support to mental health consumers living in an assisted living setting with a goal toward maintaining an optimal level of independence. The mental health worker will provide support in all areas of living including : meals, social, mental, physical and / or spiritual, through participation in home and community-based activities. First Avenue offers a safe and supportive environment where consumers can acquire knowledge and skills that will assist them to eventually transition to a more independent setting in the community. Overnight shifts provide on call support to Transitional Living Program (TLP) clients.

Current Openings

Requirements :

Here's what we need from you :

• Training / experience in the field of Psychosocial Rehabilitation / Psychology / Community Mental Health
• Training / experience in the safe use of psychotropic medications is an asset
• Training / experience in developing and implementing activity programs, including recreational, life skills and community access and awareness
• A philosophy of service that is in line with Communitas’ Vision, Mission and Values
• Familiar with and able to implement ‘Spirit of Gentleness’ principles
• Familiar with and able to implement Psychosocial Rehabilitation principles fostering a belief in the recovery process
• Ability to take initiative with creativity and flexibility
• Ability to be motivational and positive in interactions with residents
• Ability to effectively access community resources
• Excellent teamwork skills, ability to maintain Honest, Direct and Respectful relationships
• Ability to receive direction as well as being able to work independently without supervision
• Ability to observe, record and evaluate change in human behaviour
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Possession of a valid Class 5 BC drivers license
• Possession of a valid Emergency First Aid Certificate with CPR (must maintain valid certification)

Here's what you can expect :

Shifts are : days, evenings, overnights, and weekends

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