Job Summary:

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority resident safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Nurse Supervisor, the Mental Health Worker supports individuals admitted to the Woodstone Residence in the recovery process by participating in service/care planning activities including planning, implementing and evaluating recreation/leisure program(s) as part of the resident’s individualized recovery plan through one-to-one and group contact as well as providing day-to-day physical, emotional and social support to promote independence among admitted residents. Operates the Centre’s passenger transportation vehicle to drive residents to designated locations. Supports the program milieu as required.

Duties/Accountabilities:

1. Contributes to residents achieving their goals by planning, implementing and evaluating recreation/leisure program(s) based on the individualized recovery plans. Acts as a role model, demonstrating, participating and assisting residents in lifespan development activities such as activities of daily living, meal support, healthy lifestyles and interpersonal communication.

2. Monitors, evaluates, and documents resident progress within the recreation/leisure program(s) and reports observations such as emotional well-being and social behaviour to nursing/medical staff as required.

3. Works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team in the development of individualized recovery plans by identifying and assessing resident needs, skill, interest and goals; gathering appropriate history, and collecting relevant records and documentation. Recommends approaches to provide appropriate treatment that addresses identifiable risk factors and enables independence and integration into the community; and monitors, reassesses and adjusts the treatment plan to reflect the resident’s progress.

4. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities by performing duties such as providing input/feedback to supervisor on processes and opportunities for process improvement; reports unsafe situations as per provincial and organization’s policies and procedures

5. Drives residents to designated locations as scheduled, by operating the Centre’s passenger van/bus with a seating capacity of 11 to 25 passengers, including the driver. Assists clients with embarking and disembarking the vehicle. Conducts inspections of vehicle by checking oil, gas and fluid levels, tire condition and ensuring that lights and signals are functioning; cleans interior and exterior of vehicle after use; and maintains records of distances traveled, gas expenditures and inspections. Recommends vehicle and equipment repairs as required.

6. Supports program milieu as required by maintaining a physically and emotionally safe environment for residents.

7. Provides direction to volunteers and students during activity programs and demonstrates related techniques as required.

8. Participates in departmental and other meetings as requested.

9. Maintains inventory of equipment, tools and materials and reports malfunctioning equipment, potential hazards, and supply needs to the Nurse Supervisor.

10. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience

• Grade 12, Certificate in Community Mental Health, and one year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid Class 4 BC Driver's License.
• Valid First Aid Certificate and current CPR certification.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to supervise.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.