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Mental Health Support Specialist 2

2 months ago

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada Interior Health Full time
Position Overview

We are currently looking for casual Mental Health Support Specialists 2 to be part of our Mental Health Supervised Consumption team.

Ideal Candidate Profile:


The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of supervised consumption services, a solid grasp of harm reduction principles, and the capability to assist clients facing complex mental health and substance use challenges. Experience working with marginalized and homeless populations is advantageous.


What We Provide:
  • Competitive salary along with a comprehensive remuneration package
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Employer-sponsored training and education
  • Support for a balanced lifestyle
Key Responsibilities:


The Mental Health Support Specialist 2 operates as a vital member of the Hospitals & Communities Integrated Services (HCIS) healthcare team, contributing to a specialized Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) multi-disciplinary team. The focus is on ensuring individuals with severe and persistent mental health issues and/or substance use disorders receive timely, responsive, and evidence-based psychosocial rehabilitation across various services.

Responsibilities include providing life skills training, advocacy, supportive counseling, and psychosocial rehabilitation planning, as well as general support for clients residing in their own housing.


Working within a psychosocial rehabilitation and harm reduction framework, and guided by existing psychiatric and health professional assessments, the Mental Health Support Specialist 2 is responsible for basic case management, establishing rehabilitation goals, and creating psychosocial rehabilitation plans for the designated client populations. Engaging clients in diverse community settings as empowered individuals and meaningful partners in their service planning, delivery, and evaluation is essential.

Work Schedule:

Shifts are available during the day and evening, typically from 12:00 to 22:00 hours. This is a casual position, meaning there are no guaranteed hours, and work requirements may vary weekly. Many careers with us begin with casual employment and can lead to permanent or temporary opportunities.
Impact Creation:


Joining our team will allow you to grow professionally while enjoying the personal pursuits available within the community.

Benefits of Working with Us:


We foster a work environment that encourages the development of strong skills and promotes psychological health and safety for all employees.

We also provide the opportunity for a balanced lifestyle that supports your desired quality of life.


Our organization strives to create a workplace where you enjoy your responsibilities, the environment, and your colleagues.

Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Experience:
  • Completion of Grade 12
  • Diploma in a relevant field
  • Two years of recent experience working with clients facing mental health and/or substance use challenges; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Valid B.C. Driver's License

Application Requirements:
  • Upload your resume and cover letter
  • Include a copy of your Diploma
  • Provide a copy of your Driver's License (Class V)

Skills and Competencies:
  • Knowledge of mental health issues and treatment relevant to the client population
  • Understanding of recovery principles in mental illness
  • Familiarity with community, social, and health resources
  • Ability to assist clients in developing healthy life skills
  • Competence in managing conflict situations using non-violent crisis intervention techniques
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients
  • Capacity to build and maintain rapport with clients
  • Experience working with culturally diverse populations
  • Instructional abilities
  • Strong organizational and prioritization skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Physical capability to perform job duties
  • Proficiency in operating relevant equipment and computer applications
  • Advocacy skills