Mental Health Worker 2

Join to apply for the Mental Health Worker 2 role at Vancouver Coastal HealthContinue with Google Continue with Google1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Mental Health Worker 2 role at Vancouver Coastal HealthThe salary range for this position is CAD $31.56/Hr. - CAD $33.28/Hr.Come work as a Mental Health Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) Apply today to speak to a Talent Acquisition AdvisorVancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Mental Health Worker to join the Chapman House in Sechelt, BC. Apply today to join our teamAs a Mental Health Worker 2 with VCH you willWork as part of a multidisciplinary team in a long term care setting with individuals with severe and persistent psychiatric illness living in a licensed group home.Participate in case planning with clients; interview clients to identify problems and needs and work with clients to determine appropriate care.Act as an advocate to assist clients in resolving conflicts and other problems with external organizations.Implement care plans, observe residents behaviour and symptoms, provide feedback regarding resident’s needs, performance and progress.Provide supportive counselling, demonstrations, behavioural management to assist with the development of physical, social, emotional and life skills.About Sechelt, BcSechelt is located on the traditional territories of the shíshálh (Sechelt) Nation and is approximately 50 km northwest of Vancouver. It is accessible from the mainland by a 40-minute ferry trip between Horseshoe Bay and Langdale, followed by a 25-minute drive along Highway 101, also know as the Sunshine Coast Highway. This charming seaside community is know for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for outdoor activities including sightseeing, boating, diving, camping, and mountain biking. There are also several municipal parks, plenty of eateries, locally owned shops, boutiques and galleries, and a golf course. Imagine a lifestyle where you are only a short walk or bike ride to work, you go home for lunch and you are home again in time for an activity or go for a hike AND watch the sunset - all before dinner. That is what Sechelt has to offer youEducation & ExperienceDiploma in Community Social Service.Two (2) years recent, related experience working with individuals with severe and persistent psychiatric illness or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Valid BC Drivers License. Local area travel may require the use of a personal vehicle.Valid CPR and First Aid certificates.Knowledge & AbilitiesKnowledge of the Mental Health Act as it applies to the rights and obligations of residents and staff.Ability to demonstrate and assist residents with activities of daily living.Ability to resolve conflicts and provide crisis intervention.Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written form (English).Ability to work independently and within a team setting.Ability to organize and prioritize.Ability to observe and recognize changes in residents.Ability to establish and maintain rapport with residents.Ability to analyze, make decisions, and resolve problems.Ability to instruct.Ability to operate related equipment.Physical ability to carry out duties of the position.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 Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.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 planGrow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunitiesWellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate familiesAward-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteersAccess to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staffAt Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https//my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. 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