Mental Health and Addictions Support Specialist
6 days ago
We are seeking a skilled Mental Health and Addictions Support Worker to join our team at BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in providing support and care to individuals with complex mental health and substance use challenges.
Key Responsibilities- Client Support and Care
- Monitor clients in accordance with treatment objectives and document observations in accordance with standard procedures.
- Recognize anticipated/unanticipated client responses to the recovery process and provide verbal reports on changes in client's appearance, behavior, and/or health.
- Case Planning and Coordination
- Participate in the admission, case planning, and discharge process for clients by conducting interviews with clients and family members to identify and assess client needs.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individual care plans and provide emotional support and counseling to clients.
- Client Advocacy and Support
- Establish rapport with clients based on respect and provide emotional support and counseling to assist with problem-solving and daily living activities.
- Recommend changes to treatment goals with counselors and participate in activities to support skill development and addictions recovery.
- Communication and Collaboration
- Assist clients with daily living activities, including time management, organization, and interpersonal communication.
- Escort clients to medical, dental, and social appointments and act as a role model to facilitate appropriate social behaviors.
- Education and Experience
- Diploma from a recognized Social Services Support Worker educational program.
- Two (2) years' recent, related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Skills and Knowledge
- Knowledge of the principles of recovery in mental illness.
- Knowledge of community, social, and health resources.
- Knowledge of substance misuse and of problems encountered by chemically dependent individuals.
- Knowledge of mental health issues and treatment.
- Personal Qualities
- Ability to demonstrate and assist clients with development of health life skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
- Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan.
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Access to in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses.
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
- Work-Life Balance
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
- Generous vacation entitlement and accrual.
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