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
1 casual position available
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
- Competitive wages
- Generous benefits package for full-time employees
- Opportunity for growth
- On-the-job training and support
Salary:
$24.50-$29.34 per hour
