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Rehab Worker

The Rehab Worker delivers gender-specific, trauma-informed care to individuals experiencing homelessness, mental illness, and addictions. They utilize structured, client-centered interventions to support community integration and functional improvement.

  • On-site
  • Port Coquitlam, BC
  • Posted Aug 27, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Status: Casual This is a casual position. As such, there is no specific or guaranteed schedule associated with the position. Shifts are offered on an as-needed basis, in accordance with operational requirements and the applicable Collective Agreement. Employees may be contacted to fill available shifts based on their availability and operational needs. Salary Range: $33.46 - $35.31 Schedule: Various Location: Coquitlam, BC Position Summary: Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Rehab Worker is responsible for the delivery of gender specific, trauma- informed care for people who may have or have experienced homelessness; severe addictions, mental illness, trauma, family, cultural and / or community disconnection, involvement with the criminal justice, physical health and behavioral issues. The Rehab Worker will use graduated and structured client-centered interventions to help clients with transition to living in the community, integrating the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation, harm reduction, motivational enhancement, a strength-based framework, gender centered relational care, trauma-informed care and other evidence-based best practices that improve clients’ ability to function in all aspects of life. Job Qualifications * Required Qualifications * Diploma in Community Social Service * Recent, related experience of two years Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience or other qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work * Ability to obtain the following upon hire: * Certificates in First Aid + CPR * WHMIS * Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Clearance * TB Clearance (done within past 6 months) * Foodsafe Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work with people with a mental illness. * Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. * Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. * Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others. * Ability to operate related equipment. * Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients. * Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients. * Ability and willingness to understand and work with adults who have been found not criminally responsible on account of a mental disorder. * Knowledge of the criminal justice system. * Life skills training and experience. * Good organizational and leadership skills. * Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups. About Coast Coast Mental Health (Coast) is one of the largest mental health non-profit societies in Canada, and operates a large array of innovative housing and community based rehabilitation services for people with a mental illness living in and around Vancouver. Coast operates in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia providing approximately 1000 people with supportive housing and 4000 clients living in the community with a wide variety of programs and services. Coast fosters a client-driven, recovery-oriented environment that promotes restoring health, personal growth and a return to society for individuals with a mental illness through advocacy and providing direct programs and services. Why Coast * We believe in the person, not the disease * We operate client-centered care under the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation * There is a variety of work within a particular position and within the organization * We strive to be the best that we can be * We hold Exemplary Status accreditation through Accreditation Canada * We have won numerous awards for our innovative programming * We care about our employees, and believe in living our values and culture throughout the organization ***Employees of Coast must apply within seven days of the posting date with their internal account (Coast email address registered) to be considered as an internal applicant. Current Coast employees who apply to this posting using external accounts or after the 7 day deadline will be considered as external candidates. Seniority will not apply.*** Coast Mental Health is committed to creating a culture of diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion or disability.

What you’ll do

The Rehab Worker delivers gender-specific, trauma-informed care to individuals experiencing homelessness, mental illness, and addictions. They utilize structured, client-centered interventions to support community integration and functional improvement.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a diploma in Community Social Service and possess at least two years of recent, related experience. Additionally, applicants must be able to obtain certifications in First Aid, CPR, WHMIS, and maintain a clean criminal record.

Listed skills

  • crisis interventionPreferred
  • Group FacilitationPreferred
  • Mental Health SupportPreferred
  • Communication SkillsPreferred
  • Leadership skillsPreferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Trauma-informed care
  • Psychosocial rehabilitation
  • Harm reduction
  • Motivational enhancement
  • Strength-based framework
  • Gender-centered relational care
  • Group facilitation
  • Crisis intervention
  • Mental health support
  • Addiction support
  • Life skills training
  • Communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Client-centered care
  • Rapport Building
  • Trauma Informed Approaches
  • Advocacy
  • Motivational Skills
  • First Aid
  • Mental Health
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Communication
  • Cooperation
  • Leadership
  • Health Maintenance
  • Innovation
  • Life Skills Development
  • Mental Diseases
  • Rehabilitation
  • Program Management
  • Psychiatric Rehabilitation
  • Supportive Housing
  • Trauma Care

Job areas

  • Social Services
  • Healthcare
  • Director of Rehabilitation
  • Occupational Therapy Aide
  • Physiotherapy Technicians and Assistants
  • Occupational Therapy Aides

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
2+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week