Mental Health Worker
Top Benefits
About the role
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 Part time position available (16 hours/week)
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
About Communitas Supportive Care Society
Communitas Supportive Care Society is a faith-based registered charity providing care in communities across British Columbia to those living with disabilities. As a part of our mission, we provide services ranging from 24-hour residential care to skills-based day programs to respite care for families
Influenced by our roots in the Mennonite Central Committee, and pursuing a Christian understanding of community and peace, Communitas commits itself to work with individuals who have been marginalized and stigmatized by the society around them. We support and empower people from all walks of life, regardless of faith, social standing, race or ethnicity.
Mental Health Worker
Top Benefits
About the role
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 Part time position available (16 hours/week)
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
About Communitas Supportive Care Society
Communitas Supportive Care Society is a faith-based registered charity providing care in communities across British Columbia to those living with disabilities. As a part of our mission, we provide services ranging from 24-hour residential care to skills-based day programs to respite care for families
Influenced by our roots in the Mennonite Central Committee, and pursuing a Christian understanding of community and peace, Communitas commits itself to work with individuals who have been marginalized and stigmatized by the society around them. We support and empower people from all walks of life, regardless of faith, social standing, race or ethnicity.