Mental Health Care Worker

3 months ago

Langley, Canada Fraser Health Full time

Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $29.83 - $29.83 / hour Why Fraser Health?:
We have an exciting opportunity for a **Full Time **Mental Health Care Worke**r to join our team in **Langley, B.C.**

**What We're Looking For**:

- ** Qualifications/Experience**: Grade ten plus graduation from a recognized Mental Health Care Worker program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience will also be considered.
- ** Additional Requirements**:Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License with access to personal vehicle for business purposes.

Detailed Overview: Under supervision of the Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse, assists in routine care of patients during psychosocial rehabilitative activities, self care and structured group activities. Assists in maintaining a safe environment and provides ongoing monitoring of patients' status. As required, assists patients with making beds and washing patients' personal clothing. Transports patients to off-site appointments. Responsibilities:

- Working under the direction of the care leader participates in the stabilization, rehabilitation and care of patients by providing personal care, teaching simple social skills, escorting patients and monitoring activities.
- Provides direct personal care by assisting patients with bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, prosthetics and elimination. Escorts patients off unit for treatment or diagnostic procedures.
- Assists patients at meal time, while monitoring their safety, by providing assistance with meal trays and assisting with feeding of selected patients as required.
- Assists patients to undertake activities of daily living (ADL) including making beds, assisting patients to organize personal belongings and do personal laundry. Assists patients with retrieving personal care supplies from storage area as required.
- Provides one to one personal care and observation of specific patients as directed by the RN/RPN. Assists with care of the patient in the seclusion room as directed by the RN/RPN such as assisting with ADL activities and delivering food.
- Reports observations of patients' conditions to the Nursing staff and care team in accordance with established procedures/practice by recording observations on the patient health care record at the direction of the RN/RPN. Participates in meetings such as ward rounds and team meetings, as directed, by providing feedback on observations related to work done with specific patients.
- Working under the direction of the RN/RPN or Occupational Therapist, facilitates patients' participation in psychosocial rehabilitation activities by methods such as setting schedules and participating in unit scheduled individual and group activities.
- Transports patients to off site appointments by operating passenger vehicle.
- Participates in orientation to the unit by familiarizing patients, families, new staff, volunteers, and students with the layout of the unit, patient rooms and unit routines
- Maintains unit safety by assisting with routine search of room and client belongings as directed by nursing staff.
- Performs procedures such as weighing patients, monitoring nutritional and fluid intake and elimination and collecting specimens. Records observations and reports problems and/or changes to the RN/RPN.
- Assists patients with retrieval/storage and/or relocation of personal effects to different rooms within the unit.
- Transports patients utilizing mechanical aids such as wheelchairs and stretchers.
- Participates in quality improvement activities by providing input and feedback on department initiatives.
- Assists in providing patients with a safe, secure environment by checking and ensuring that unit is uncluttered and reporting unsafe and hazardous conditions. Follows employer's established procedures to ensure patient safety.
- Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications**:Education and Experience**

Grade ten plus graduation from a recognized Mental Health Care Worker program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License with access to personal vehicle for business purposes.

**Skills and Abilities**
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.

  • Care Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Langley, Canada Coast Mental Health Full time

    About Coast Mental Health:We are a 26-bed licensed mental health residential facility located in Langley, British Columbia.Job SummaryAs a Resident Care Worker at Coast Mental Health, you will provide nursing assistant care and personal support to residents living with mental illness and high-personal care needs. Under the direction of our Manager or...

  • Mental Health Care Worker

    7 months ago

    Langley, Canada Fraser Health Part time

    Detailed Overview Under supervision of the Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse, assists in routine care of patients during psychosocial rehabilitative activities, self care and structured group activities. Assists in maintaining a safe environment and provides ongoing monitoring of patients' status. As required, assists patients with making beds...

  • Residential Care Worker/Care Aide

    1 month ago

    Langley, Canada Coast Mental Health Full time

    Status: Casual Salary Range: $27.92 to $29.60 Schedule: Various hours/days  Location: Nair Pl, Langley, BC About Nair Place: About Nair Place Nair Place is a 26-bed licensed mental health residential facility, located in Langley. Nair Place serves people living with mental illness and high-personal care needs. Job Summary Under the direction...

  • Outreach Support Worker, Community Mental Health

    3 weeks ago

    Langley, Canada Fraser Health Authority Full time

    Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $31.56 - $33.28 / hour Job Summary Curious to learn what it’s like to work here? Connect with us! We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force...

  • Mental Health Community Care Nurse

    6 days ago

    Langley, Canada Fraser Health Authority Full time

    We are seeking a skilled Mental Health Community Care Nurse to join our team at Fraser Health Authority. As a member of our interdisciplinary care team, you will play a vital role in providing treatment and care management services to individuals with mental health and concurrent disorders.Company OverviewFraser Health is a leading healthcare provider...

  • Mental Health Support Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Langley, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    **Job Summary:**We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Support Specialist to join our team at Fraser Health. In this role, you will provide vital support services to individuals experiencing mental health, behavioral, and developmental challenges.**Key Responsibilities:Deliver outreach community-based support services to clients in their...

  • Outreach Support Worker, Community Mental Health

    3 weeks ago

    Langley, Canada Fraser Health Authority Full time

    SalaryThe salary range for this position is CAD $31.56 - $33.28 / hour Job SummaryCurious to learn what it’s like to work here?Connect with us!We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek...

  • Maintenance Worker

    6 months ago

    Langley, Canada Coast Mental Health Full time

    **Job Summary** Under the direction of the Manager or designate, the Maintenance Worker performs a variety of cleaning, landscaping and interior & exterior maintenance duties at various Coast properties. **Hours of Work**: **2 shifts per week - **8am to 4pm** **Typical Functions & Responsibilities** - Performs typical maintenance and repair work such as...

  • Mental Health Activity Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Langley, Canada Coast Mental Health Full time

    OverviewCoast Mental Health is committed to providing high-quality care and support to individuals in need. As an Activity Coordinator, you will play a vital role in developing, implementing, and evaluating activities that promote the well-being of our clients.Salary Range: $30,200 - $31,890 per yearJob DescriptionThe Activity Coordinator is responsible for...

  • Outreach Support Worker, Community Mental Health

    7 months ago

    Langley, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $31.56 - $33.28 / hour Why Fraser Health?: Fraser Health is the second largest health system in Canada with over 45,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers, and is the largest of five regional health authorities in British Columbia, providing hospital and community-based health services to nearly 2...

  • Mental Health Care Specialist

    1 month ago

    Langley, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Mental Health Care Specialist to join our team at Fraser Health. As a key member of our multidisciplinary psychiatric care team, you will provide high-quality patient care and support.Job DescriptionCompany OverviewFraser Health is a leading healthcare provider in British Columbia, committed to delivering...

  • Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

    15 hours ago

    Langley, British Columbia, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Psychiatric Nurse to join our team at Fraser Health, providing exceptional care to individuals with mental health and concurrent disorders.Company OverviewFraser Health is the second-largest health system in Canada, employing over 45,000 staff, medical staff, and volunteers. We provide hospital and...

  • Mental Health Nurse Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Langley, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    About the Role:Fraser Health is a leading healthcare provider in British Columbia, offering exceptional career opportunities for registered nurses and psychiatric nurses.Job Summary:We are seeking a skilled Mental Health Nurse Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our interprofessional care team, you will provide comprehensive treatment services to...

  • Mental Health Liaison Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Langley, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    At Fraser Health, we are committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services to our diverse communities. As a Mental Health Liaison Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to patients with psychiatric and concurrent disorders.OverviewFewer than 1.9 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon...

  • Senior Mental Health Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    langley, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    Fraser Health is a leading healthcare provider in British Columbia, serving over 1.9 million people in diverse communities.We are seeking a Senior Mental Health Specialist to join our team in Langley.Job DescriptionAs a Senior Mental Health Specialist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care and support in our emergency department.You...

  • Associate Physician, Mental Health

    6 months ago

    Langley, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $44.14 - $63.45 / hour Why Fraser Health?: Fraser Health (FH) is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to nearly 2 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations....

  • Mental Health Nurse Specialist

    7 days ago

    Langley, Canada Fraser Health Authority Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Mental Health Nurse Specialist to join our team at Fraser Health Authority. As a key member of our interprofessional care team, you will provide assessment, treatment, and consultation services to clients with mental health and substance use issues.Job SummaryThe successful candidate will have current practicing...

  • Outreach Support Worker, Community Mental Health

    3 weeks ago

    Langley, British Columbia, U3A, CA Fraser Health Authority Full time

    SalaryThe salary range for this position is CAD $31.56 - $33.28 / hour Job SummaryCurious to learn what it’s like to work here? Connect with us! We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek...

  • Geriatric Mental Health Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Langley, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    About Fraser HealthFraser Health is a leading healthcare organization in Canada, serving over 2 million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. We offer a wide range of services, including hospital and community-based health care.Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Clinician to join our team as a Geriatric Mental Health Specialist. This role will...

  • Geriatric Mental Health Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Langley, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    About the Role Fraser Health is seeking a skilled Geriatric Mental Health Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will provide assessment, treatment, consultation and follow-up services to mentally ill elderly clients of special complexity and difficulty, and their caregivers. Reporting to the Coordinator, Geriatric...