Mental Health Support Worker

5 months ago

Maple Ridge, Canada Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Community Services Full time

**MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT WORKER**

Full-time (35 hours per week)

Our Community Living Support program, which is part of our Mental Health Services, provides one on one support to individuals living with mental health challenges. We focus on the direct needs of individuals and support them realizing their full potential and achieving independence.

In this full time (35 hours per week) position, our **Mental Health Support Worker **will be responsible for supporting clients with severe and persistent mental health issues to live independently within the community. The majority of the work is done with clients in their home and/or within the community.

**ACCOUNTABILITIES**
- Facilitating life skills training that includes teaching of self-care, home management, community management and social leisure skills
- Assisting clients in gaining necessary knowledge of available services within the community, how to access services independently, and how to advocate for self
- Assist client in gaining the skills necessary to successfully acquire appropriate living accommodations
- Providing assistance navigating a variety of environments such as home, grocery stores, banks, etc.
- Providing updates to the clients’ Primary Therapist to fulfill case conferencing expectations as per the Individual Services Plan Agreement
- Advocating/liaising on behalf of the client to deal with any concerns/issues at hand, as required
- Supporting clients by referring pertinent issues to the client’s Primary Therapist at Mental Health, (e.g. medication, suicidal ideations, family concerns, changes in client’s functioning level)

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**Education, Training and Experience**
- Minimum of a two-year diploma or degree in a social services related field
- Minimum of one year of relevant experience working with adults living with mental health issues
- Knowledge of the principles of psycho-social rehabilitation

**Additional Requirements**
- Union membership
- Clear Criminal Record Check
- Valid and unrestricted Class 5 Drivers License and use of vehicle with business insurance and $2 million liability
- Current First Aid and CPR

**About Us**

**Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Community Services** is an accredited, multi-service organization that is dedicated to providing quality programs and services to Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows - since 1971. We support and empower individuals and families to realize their potential and achieve self-reliance.

Our successful applicant will be informed and accepting of cultural diversity and have the ability to work and support all people with dignity and respect. This position is open to all genders.

**Salary**: From $36.74 per hour

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $26.74 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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