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Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker

Island Health
Nanaimo, BC, CA
$31,56-$33,28 an hour
Temporary

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education, Training And Experience

Diploma in Community Social Services or health related program, such as Human Services, Mental Health, Life Skills & Career Development, or Practical Nursing

Two (2) years recent, related experience

Recognized post basic education related to mental illness and addiction, such as Counseling Skills training; knowledge of applicable 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; and

Knowledge of the local labour market; or

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Current Standard First Aid / CPR Level C

Food Safe certificate

Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License

Skills And Abilities

  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain rapport with clients
  • Deal with others effectively
  • Prioritize and organize client demands made and care needs
  • Analyze and resolve problems
  • Teach life skills
  • Sound judgment and good observation skills
  • Work independently, demonstrating initiative, with limited supervision
  • Work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Promote positive change and independence
  • Physically carry out the duties of the position
  • Operate related equipment, including a computer
  • 30+ days ago
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