Mental Health Specialist, Community Care Provider

3 weeks ago


Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

Join a team that cares for people with complex mental health and substance use challenges

About Us

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective healthcare for people throughout the province.

Salary Information

We offer an annual salary of $ $85,000 - $105,000, commensurate with experience, in addition to a comprehensive benefits package including municipal pension plan, psychological health & safety programs, and holistic wellness resources.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

  1. Monitor clients in accordance with treatment objectives; observe behaviors and symptoms and document observations in accordance with standard procedures.
  2. As required, participate in the admission, case planning, and discharge process for clients by methods such as conducting interview with client and family to identify and assessing client's needs; gathering appropriate history, and collecting relevant records and documentation; attending and participating in client case meetings; developing an individual care plan by collaborating with interdisciplinary team.
  3. Establish rapport with clients based on respect; provide emotional support and supportive counseling, assists with problem solving day to day matters/issues of living, managing behaviors and self-care/personal hygiene, etc. Recommend/discuss changes to treatment goals with Counsellors.
  4. Assist clients with daily living activities including time management, organization and interpersonal communication. Escort clients to medical, dental and social appointments and acts as a role model to facilitate appropriate social behaviors. Participate in activities to support skill development and addictions recovery.
  5. Participate in case planning; interview clients to identify problems/needs, assist with collecting relevant records, document client's progress. Coordinate services with medical professionals and use of community services/resources; act as an advocate for clients, provide information on community services.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Diploma from a recognized Social Services Support Worker educational program
  • Two (2) years' recent, related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • Valid driver's license. Local area travel requires the use of a personal vehicle.

Benefits:

  • 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).

Ongoing Learning and Development Opportunities:

  • 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.

About Our Team:

We are committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment.

Our Commitment to Reconciliation:

We have a strong commitment to reconciliation and anti-racism initiatives, rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities.



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