Community Mental Health Worker - New Westminster, Canada - Fraserside

Fraserside

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New Westminster, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
**POSTING #89-MH-2023

Job Title:
Community Mental Health Worker

Program:
Peterson Place - Surrey**
Classification: Standard Grid level 1- Adult, Youth & Child Worker

Rate of Pay:
$29.16 per hour; increments as per Collective Agreement

JOB SUMMARY:

Provide supportive partnerships with residents with mental health concerns by facilitating individualized
goal-oriented treatment plans which are based on a Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery Model;
Support, motivate and encourage clients to live safely and as independently as possible and utilize
community rehabilitation, education, social and recreational programs.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Diploma in a related human service field and oneyear recent work experience with

adults who have mental health concerns; or an equivalent combination of education, training and
experience; certification in Psychosocial Rehabilitation required

Sound knowledge of and commitment to the principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and the

Recovery Model

Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with family members, the community and support

network, with team members and the wider agency

Demonstrated skills in planning, decisionmaking, coaching, humanrelations such as a genuine

concern and respect for mental health clients

Knowledge of current medications and medication administration/monitoring procedures
Demonstrated ability and commitment to working effectively with diverse populations
Knowledge of community resources is essential
Valid First Aid/CPR, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and Food Safe certification
Working knowledge of Windows operating system and MS Word; familiarity with an electronic

- case management system is preferred

Must have a valid Class 5 driver license
Medical certificate of health and immunization record
Successful Criminal Record Check

HOURS OF WORK:
This is a casual/on call position.
Start and finish times may vary and flexibility with hours of work may be required to meet client and program
needs as determined by the Program Supervisor.

This position is open to applicants of all genders. This position requires Union Membership. In order to
ensure safety of the persons served and colleagues, programs require Covid vaccination. Proof of
vaccination status will be required for successful applicants for this position.

Applicants are requested to submit a cover letter and resume,
quote posting number, provide an
may assist the Society in arriving at a hiring decision.

DATE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POSTED:30 November 2023**
DATE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CLOSED:07 December 2023

Fraserside is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest in Fraserside. Only those
**selected for an interview will be contacted.