Sobering & Assessment Centre Worker - Duncan, Canada - Canadian Mental Health Association - Cowichan Valley Branch

Canadian Mental Health Association - Cowichan Valley Branch

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Duncan, Canada

3 days ago

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Sobering & Assessment Centre Worker

Warmland Shelter, SAC

Casual

***CMHA is looking for a Casual workers at Sobering & Assessment Centre (SAC) at Warmland Shelter Services. Reporting to the Manager, Warmland Services, the Harm Reduction Worker at Sobering & Assessment Centre provides a safe, structured and secure environment, by assessing the patient, monitoring vital signs and other health checks while the patient is intoxicated.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications include diploma or Certificate in Community Mental Health Program (or equivalent), Occupational First Aid Level II or higher; first aid certificate and non-violent intervention training.

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POSITION DETAILS

APPLICATION DETAILS

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Please note that proof of COVID19 vaccination status (a valid BC Vaccine Card) and a successful clearance of a Criminal Record Check for vulnerable sector is a condition of employment with CMHA Cowichan Valley Branch._
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted._

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title:
Harm Reduction Worker - Sobering & Assessment Centre (Under review)

Program Area:
Sobering & Assessment Centre

Date:
July 2021

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW:

Providing services in the Cowichan Valley since 1992, Canadian Mental Health Association - Cowichan Valley Branch (CMHA-CVB) is a registered charity and not-for-profit, independent society operating under a branch division agreement with CMHA British Columbia and within the context of the nation-wide Strategic Plan of the

Canadian Mental Health Association.

As part of a national organization and an advocate of mental health for all, CMHA-CVB facilitates access to resources people need to maintain and improve mental health and wellbeing, and to participate in community integration, build resilience, and support recovery from mental illness and/or substance use and addiction.

CMHA-CVB operates Warmland House Emergency Shelter, Transitional Housing Services, Sobering and Assessment Centre, Adult Outreach programs, a Youth Centre, Youth Connect, Bounce Back personal coaching, Family Capacity Program, Rainbows and a variety of other counselling/therapeutic programs for children, youth, and families.

CMHA-CVB also provides community education and advocacy aimed at the promotion of good mental health and in support of individuals and families with mental health challenges.

CMHA-CVB adheres to the values of diversity, cultural safety, and respect for all, as identified in its Anti-Racism policy.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Sobering & Assessment Centre is for individuals who are under the influence of substances to sober up and who, because of their intoxication, are unable to access appropriate services in the community and is an important component in the community's continuum of services for mental health and substance abuse issues.

Reporting to the Manager, Warmland Services, the Harm Reduction Worker Sobering & Assessment Centre provides a safe, structured and secure environment, by assessing the patient, monitoring vital signs and other health checks while the patient is intoxicated.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform a standardized patient assessment
Ongoing monitoring and assessment of patient vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse oximetry
Documenting and charting patient vitals and responses
Engage positively with people who use illicit substances and other stigmatized populations using a harm reduction approach
Administer Naloxone, if required
Respond to changeable and sometime volatile behaviours utilizing nonviolent communication and deescalation techniques
Perform housekeeping duties such as sanitizing tables, sweeping and mopping floors and dusting and laundry
Complete and maintain related records and documentation such as intake forms, incident reports, daily stats and logbooks
Work professionally and ethically in a team setting, including the ability to maintain confidentiality, and stay focused on the client's needs
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager and/or Team Lead

QUALIFICATIONS

Diploma in health care or related or Trauma Informed Care, Culture competency and meet all Occupational First Aid Level II requirements or higher and would be trained in the following:
vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse oximetry

- proper patient charting techniques
- overdose protocols and Naloxone administration

Experience working with people with mental health and addictions issues and their families
Familiarity with withdrawal screening tools
Experience working in a homeless shelter or residential care facility
Training/education in human and social services
First aid and nonviolent intervention training
Recent, related experience of four years or an eq