Life Skills Specialist

4 weeks ago


Quesnel, Canada Northern Health Authority Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Life Skills Worker to join our Specialized Services department. As a key member of our team, you will provide outreach community-based support services to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use concerns.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide life skills training, coaching, and advocacy to individuals and their caregivers/families
  • Assist in mental health and substance use treatment, including teaching life skills and promoting positive change and independence
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support services
  • Develop and maintain relationships with community partners and stakeholders to enhance service delivery
  • Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans in collaboration with individuals and their support networks
Requirements
  • Diploma in Community Social Services, Mental Health Worker, Community Health Worker, or Social Services Worker, including post-secondary education in counseling skills training
  • Two years recent related experience working with individuals with mental illness/substance use concerns, including teaching life skills
  • Current CPR certificate and Food Safe certificate
  • Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and access to personal vehicle with appropriate business insurance coverage
What We Offer
  • Comprehensive benefit packages, including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan
  • Three weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
  • Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions
  • Employee referral program
  • Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
  • Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
About Northern Health

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.



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