Vocational Rehabilitation Counsellor, Forensic

3 weeks ago


Coquitlam, Canada PHSA Full time

**Vocational Rehabilitation Counsellor**
BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services

Coquitlam, BC

**What you’ll do**
- Assess and evaluate patients’ vocational rehabilitation needs on an ongoing basis through methods such as collaborating with the Case Management Coordinator, Treatment Team, Primary Nurse and the patient to determine interests, skills and abilities, encouraging patients’ involvement in plan development and facilitating the setting of appropriate vocational rehabilitation goals in accordance with clients’ preferences, needs and abilities.
- Receive referrals and develop individual vocational rehabilitation plans to integrate vocational goals into the mental health treatment plan through methods such as engaging patients in discussion to determine individual needs and potential career paths, abilities and interests and building a trusting and respectful relationship; orienting patients to programs at the hospital, making recommendations for placement considering patients’ expressed preferences/interests and suitability. Coordinates pre-vocational training for patients so that they are able to take full advantage of programs available.
- Liaise with the Case Management Coordinator, collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary team and community professionals and advocate on behalf of the patient to assist them in accomplishing a goal of competitive employment or other viable vocational pursuits in an integrated community setting.
- Monitor vocational training placements, track progress, evaluate programs, and participate in over-all case planning for patients by methods such as visiting work/program areas on a regular basis and, in collaboration with the program staff, assessing patient progress, writing progress notes and reports; informing the treatment team of progress, any concerns, changes recommended regarding the patients’ development in the program; and managing the patient incentive gratuity program and administering the Holiday Program.
- Provide ongoing support services to clients related to employment through methods such as providing vocational rehabilitation counseling to clients on an individual basis by telephone or at the job site, facilitating group meetings and liaising with Case Management Coordinator and other members of the interdisciplinary care team. Provides on-site job coaching to ensure patient orientation and ongoing training as required.

**What you bring**
- Bachelor’s Degree in an applicable social or health sciences program and two years’ recent, related experience providing vocational rehabilitation counselling or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Class 5 Driver’s License.
- Demonstrated knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation principles.
- Demonstrated knowledge of mental illnesses.
- Ability to assess, plan, organize, implement, evaluate and problem-solve.
- Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with and resolve conflicts.

**What we bring**

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.
- Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
- Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
- PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
- Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

**Job Type**:Regular, Full-time (1.00 FTE)

**Wage**:$36.99 - $46.27 per hour.

**Location**:70 Colony Farm Road, Coquitlam, BC V3C 5X9

**Applications will be accepted until position is filled.**

**Hours of Work**:Monday to Friday; 0800-1600

**Requisition #** 138048

**As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.**

**What we do**

BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services (BCMHSUS) cares for people with complex mental health and substance use challenges.

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