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MPA Society

Verified Job Source

Empowerment in Mental Health since 1971

Vancouver, BC

Mental Health Care
51–200 people

About

Inspiring hope and supporting recovery for people with mental illness by establishing and operating social, vocational, recreation, advocacy and housing programs that support people in their own communities. MPA Society is a registered charitable organization (or non-profit) that was founded in 1971. The Society works to support people with mental health challenges through offering a variety of supports and services, including housing and advocacy. Today, MPA operates 30 programs throughout the lower mainland including: • Court services • Supported and Licensed housing programs • A Resource Centre in Kitsilano • Housing and hotel outreach services • Modular Housing Program in Downtown Vancouver We have over 360 employees and an annual operating budget of approximately $17 million. We are an HEABC affiliate employer, working with the same collective agreements as Health Authorities and other non-profits in the mental health sector. MPA Society's vocational, recreational, advocacy and housing programs support people in their own communities. We offer a dynamic working environment, competitive wages and benefits, as well as an opportunity to grow professionally with the organization, while applying your abilities and values in a meaningful way for those we support. MPA Society is CARF accredited, having achieved a three-year accreditation in November of 2015 and again in November 2018. Accreditation is official recognition that our organization is guided by internationally recognized best practices and the same standards that Health Authorities are held to.

Open positions

Executive Assistant/Office Manager

On-site · Vancouver

Provides confidential, senior-level administrative support to the Executive Director and coordinates Board and committee meetings, governance records, minutes, and follow-up actions. Oversees office operations, records and document systems, vendors, supplies, equipment, service contracts, and related administrative coordination.

Executive Assistant/Office Manager

On-site · Vancouver

Provide confidential senior-level administrative support to the Executive Director and administrative and governance support to the Board of Directors and its committees. Coordinate meetings, records, communications, office services, equipment, vendors, and organizational administrative systems.

Casual Mental Health Worker, Resource Centre

On-site · Burnaby

Support clients with mental, developmental, or physical disabilities to live successfully in the community through individualized care, advocacy, life-skills assistance, and connections to community resources. Monitor client well-being, provide medication support and crisis response, maintain records and safe residences, and assist with housing and daily living needs.

Mental Health Worker, Skyline Lodge (Temporary, Part Time)

On-site · Abbotsford

Support residents with daily living, develop and monitor individual care plans, encourage independence through role modeling and life-skills coaching, and organize social and recreational activities. Administer medications and treatments, document residents’ progress, maintain a safe and clean facility, prepare meals, monitor food supplies, and perform other assigned duties.

Mental Health Worker, Berman House (Regular, Part Time)

On-site · Vancouver

Support residents with daily living, assess and document their needs and progress, and help develop and carry out individualized care plans. Promote independence through coaching and activities, administer medications and treatments, and assist with meals, housekeeping, safety, and facility upkeep.

Casual Mental Health Worker, Sanford Apartments

On-site · Burnaby

Support clients with mental, developmental, or physical disabilities to live successfully in the community through individualized care, advocacy, life-skills assistance, and emotional and social support. Coordinate services and appointments, provide medication support, respond to emergencies, maintain client records and residence safety, and assist with housing and tenancy needs.

Mental Health Worker, Beckman House (Temporary, Full Time)

On-site · Maple Ridge

Support residents with daily living activities, develop and monitor individual care plans, and encourage independence through role modeling and life-skills coaching. Administer medications, organize social and recreational activities, maintain the facility and grounds, and prepare meals in accordance with safety standards.

Mental Health Worker, Skyline Lodge (Temporary, Full Time)

On-site · Abbotsford

Support residents with activities of daily living, assess and document their needs and progress, and contribute to individualized care plans. Promote independence through coaching and recreational activities, administer medications and treatments, and help maintain a safe, clean facility, including preparing meals and performing household and yard duties.

Casual Mental Health Worker, Main Street Program

On-site · Vancouver

Assists clients with mental, developmental, and physical disabilities by providing emotional, social, and life skills support to help them live successfully in the community. Facilitates case planning, advocates for client needs, and ensures the safety and maintenance of the supported housing residence.