Outreach Worker, Forensic Psychiatric Services

6 months ago

Vancouver, Canada BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services Full time

Outreach Worker, Forensic Psychiatric Services, Minimum and Medium Security Units
BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services
Vancouver, BC

What you do

Monitor, screen and interview clients to obtain information regarding their health condition and environment including safety screening, Opioid Use Disorder screening, safe supply screening, functional ability, living arrangement, and family support. Report significant and unsafe behaviour, physical and cognitive changes, in accordance with standard procedures or specific directions, and reporting to Registered Nurse, Social Worker, or other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Arrange, plan, escort and accompany, as necessary through program clinical requirements, designated/marginalized individuals on medical appointments and errands, while providing emotional, moral support and assistance to further the enhancement or development of self-management skills.
Create linkages to other community resources and programs, contact relevant organizations/businesses/services, assist clients with processing forms. Support and advocate for clients when identifying and accessing social services, such as income security, food, supplements, housing, social networks, while supporting the development of self-efficacy and self-care.
Act as a liaison between various agencies by methods such as updating designated team staff on services currently available and liaises with community agencies to provide information on services. Provide Infectious Disease (e.g. HIV or HEPC) information to community groups and health care providers regarding the sensitivity needed when working with vulnerable populations.
Support the provision of direct service components such as groups and education sessions with other program staff when necessary, including arranging meeting rooms and booking venues. In conjunction with other members of the clinical team, attends, records, transcribes and distributes notes or minutes of meetings as necessary.

What you bring

**Qualifications**:
Graduation from a recognized Social Services Worker certificate program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Valid Class 5 vehicle license.
Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports.
Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).

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

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**: $30.42 per hour.
**Location**: 307 West Broadway, #300, Vancouver BC V5Y 1P8
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
**Hours of Work**: Monday - Friday; 0830-1630.
Requisition # 154946

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

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

BCMHSUS is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates spe

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