Mental Health Worker - Delta, Canada - Options Community Services
Description
We're Hiring
MENTAL HEALTH WORKER (DRIVING)
Posting Requisition _22214 _
Program _Clubhouse Program _
Job Type _Temporary, Full-time until _
Location _Delta Clubhouse, Delta _
- April 30, 2023 (with a_
Hours of work _35 hours per week _
Closing Date _February 15, 2023 _
These positions require union membership.
Compensation is in accordance with Appendix A of the BCGEU Collective Agreement.
(Classification:
JJEP Wage Grid 11)
Options Community Services is a non-profit registered charity providing social services primarily in Surrey, Delta, White
Rock and Langley. We believe in helping people help themselves. We believe in collaborating with individuals,
businesses, community groups and government to create focused, effective and responsive resources for the
community.
Clubhouses provide a supportive environment where people can socialize, participate in recreational activities and
learn new skills. The Clubhouse program serves adults living with a mental illness. They are based on a psycho-social
rehabilitation approach to wellness.
This position supports and facilitates activities within the components of the psycho social rehabilitation clubhouse
model. It also supports clients within the program and work within the model of psycho social rehabilitation.
- This position is temporary and might be extended past the 3 months and will last until either the regular incumbent
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Interview, orient clients and assess their abilities as related to key components of psycho social rehabilitation.
- Plan, implement and facilitate activities as they relate to the particular component.
- Provide ongoing assessment and evaluation of client interest and need.
- Maintain current and accurate documentation regarding client progress, financial records and statistical
- Ensures all equipment is well maintained and safe.
- Transports clients as needed.
- Collaborates with other professionals as needed.
- Liaises with other community services and organizations.
- Assess strategy on an ongoing basis to ensure effectiveness of service.
- Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with other staff, volunteers, clients and other
- Maintain professional growth and keep up to date on trends related to the responsibilities of the position.
- Makes recommendations with regard to the development of the program and participates in program
- Perform other duties as needed to ensure the successful operation of the program.
_ We are an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce_ Posted: 23-Jan-10
We're Hiring
QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience:
- Diploma in health or social sciences (including mental health worker, recreational, vocational and/or
- Minimum one (1) year experience working in mental health services.
- Current Level I First Aid certificate.
- Class 4 Driver's license or a commitment to obtain and maintain license is required.
Skills and Abilities:
- Effective facilitation skills.
- Must be able and willing to work shifts including weekends and evenings.
- Must be able to work effectively both independently and within the "team."
- Must demonstrate an ability to work effectively with the client group.
- Demonstrated proficiency in written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to develop program related reference and resource materials.
- Commitment to a problemsolving approach.
- Ability to work independently, set priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Ability to identify sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Vulnerable Sector search preceding their start date.
- Applicants may be required to provide proof of Covid 19 vaccination.
- Applicants with lived experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
- position is open to all qualified applicants._
PLEASE APPLY TO:
Sunita Pun, Program Manager
Options Community Services Society
Please include a cover letter clearly indicating the posting number [posting
#22214] and outlining your qualifications and related experience for the
position.
_We are an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce_ Posted: 23-Jan-10
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