Detox Worker

1 week ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Vancouver Coastal Health Full time

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $31.54/Hr. - CAD $33.28/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Detox Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Health Care Worker to join the South Vancouver Withdrawal Management team at the George Pearson Centre as a Detox Worker . Apply today to join our team

About South Vancouver Withdrawal Management:

Vancouver Coustal Health is launching a withdrawal-management bed-based program in a new location at George Pearson Centre. The program will provide team based care and will include medical staff, nurses, social-workers, health-care workers and peers.

As a Detox Worker with VCH you will:

Provide assessment, monitoring and referral of chemically dependent adults and youth at the Detox Centre, and provides care and supervision to intoxicated individuals in a police holding unit.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Graduation from a recognized Health Care Worker educational program plus two (2) years' related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge & Abilities

Sound knowledge of the principles and practices related to the assessment and care of chemically dependent adults and youth. Proven counseling skills. Ability to assess, supervise and monitor chemically dependent adults and youth. Ability to present educational materials and lead discussion groups related to substance abuse. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, to work independently with minimal direction, to take initiative, to organize and prioritize work and to meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to establish/maintain satisfactory work relationships with the public and other employees, to deal tactfully and effectively with co-workers, public and staff from other agencies, to maintain confidentiality and to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to carry out the physical demands of the job

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.


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