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Mental Health Recovery Support Specialist

3 months ago

Agassiz, Canada Seabird Island Band Full time

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of the Recovery Home Support Worker involves being part of a cohesive team dedicated to providing essential support in a residential environment. This position focuses on delivering crisis intervention, educational resources, coping strategies, and connections to community services for individuals impacted by mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and crises.

The Recovery Support Worker (R.S.W.) is instrumental in fostering recovery, stability, and autonomy among clients by offering extensive support. Key responsibilities include ensuring client safety, assisting with daily living activities, and promoting active engagement in community activities such as cooking, cleaning, participating in group discussions, driving, and shopping.

SUCCESS PROFILE

To excel in this position, certain attributes are essential:

  • Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work harmoniously with others.
  • Empathy: Demonstrating understanding and compassion to facilitate client engagement.
  • Boundary Maintenance: Establishing and upholding professional boundaries to protect client relationships.
  • Active Listening: Essential for clients to feel acknowledged and validated, which is crucial for effective support.
  • Confidence: Necessary for navigating diverse personalities and challenges.
  • Stress Management: Ability to maintain a healthy work-life balance in a demanding environment.

WORK THAT MATTERS

If you are passionate about enhancing the lives of First Nations individuals through supportive policies, this opportunity may resonate with you. The role requires a commitment to teamwork while achieving individual objectives, all aimed at making a significant impact on the future of a First Nations community.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Benefits vary based on job type and are confirmed during the hiring process:

  • Comprehensive health and dental coverage
  • Accrued vacation and sick leave
  • Pension plan with employer matching
  • Access to professional development and training programs
  • Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team
  • Competitive hourly wages
  • Casual dress policy

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide crisis support as required and report promptly.
  • Function independently while being part of a team.
  • Maintain professional conduct and ethical standards aligned with First Nations principles.
  • Safeguard medications as per regulatory requirements.
  • Exhibit empathy, compassion, and patience.
  • Regularly update client records in the designated database.
  • Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
  • Demonstrate reliability and maturity in all interactions.
  • Participate in team meetings regularly.
  • Manage responsibilities under pressure.
  • Provide coaching and life skills training to clients in a residential context.
  • Oversee household duties, ensuring safety and supervision for clients.
  • Assist with the client intake process as necessary.
  • Plan and engage clients in social, recreational, and vocational activities.
  • Communicate and enforce client rules and responsibilities assertively yet respectfully.
  • Manage household tasks, including meal preparation, cleaning, grocery shopping, and laundry.
  • Maintain inventory of groceries and household supplies.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisory staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

  • High School Diploma and a recognized Social Services Diploma or Certificate in a relevant field.
  • Food Safe Level 1 certification.
  • Current First Aid and CPR certification.
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training is an asset.

Experience:

  • Minimum of two years working in a psychiatric environment with individuals facing complex mental health and addiction issues.
  • Experience in managing adverse interactions.
  • Group work experience with clients is beneficial.
  • Familiarity with the client intake process is advantageous.
  • Experience working with Indigenous clients in crisis situations.
  • Ability to handle confidential information sensitively.
  • Capability to balance multiple priorities and work under pressure.
  • Flexibility and creativity in problem-solving.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Adherence to organizational policies and procedures.
  • Understanding of Stó:lō culture and traditions is preferred.
  • Experience with First Nations communities is an asset.
  • Valid BC Driver's License with a clean driving record.
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screening to ensure a safe work environment. All background checks are conducted in accordance with organizational policies, ensuring confidentiality.

Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, particularly those of Indigenous, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We welcome all eligible candidates to apply.

We appreciate your interest; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.