[B] Mental Health Support Worker Regular Part Time [BRV MHSW DE1 0.70] AgeCare Riverview

The Opportunity: The Mental Health Support Worker, working in our new Long Term Care, Mental Health specialty program, will work as a member of the interdisciplinary team, collaborating and supporting the residents in delivering support to residents who are 18+ with complex mental health needs. Key Responsibilities: • As a key part of the interdisciplinary team and in collaboration with the Resident Care Manager, Social Worker and Occupational Therapist, you will provide behaviour & symptom support to mental health residents, 18 years and older • Using a strength based approach, foster residents’ overall well-being, psycho-social recovery, stability and community re-integration • Using your ability to build rapport, support and facilitate the development of residents problem solving, competencies and social integration • Become part of a resident-centered environment • Report any unsafe activities or behaviours that may cause harm or injury to the resident or others Qualifications: • Diploma/Certificate in Community/Mental Health, Addictions, Aboriginal Studies or other If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!

The Mental Health Support Worker provides behavioral and symptom support to residents with complex mental health needs within an interdisciplinary team. They foster resident well-being and recovery using a strength-based approach while facilitating social integration and problem-solving skills.

Candidates must hold a diploma or certificate in Community/Mental Health, Addictions, Aboriginal Studies, or a related field. The role requires the ability to work collaboratively in a resident-centered environment with a focus on dignity and compassion.

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• Mental health support
• Behavioral support
• Symptom management
• Strength-based approach
• Psycho-social recovery
• Community re-integration
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Resident-centered care
• Problem solving
• Social integration
• Crisis reporting
• Rapport Building
• Community Mental Health
• Compassion
• Mental Health
• Social Integration
• Occupational Therapy
• Problem Solving
• Long-Term Care

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Mental Health Support Specialist
• Mental Health Assistant
• Health Care Assistants
• Psychiatric Aides

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

28 hours per week