Psychiatric Care Specialist

3 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Vancouver Coastal Health Full time

About the Role

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Psychiatric Worker with a degree in Behavioural Science to join the team at Joseph & Rosalie Segal & Family Health Centre in Vancouver, BC.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide specific aspects of psychiatric assessment and therapeutic care to clients with mental health needs, and establish client/family needs above all other concerns.
  • Contribute to the development, implementation and revision of client care plans; participate in ward rounds/meetings as required; conduct observation rounds to ensure the safety of clients and staff; record and communicate client behaviours; identify the need for intervention; administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to established protocols.
  • Participate in in-service education; respond to general inquiries; transport and accompany clients who are considered unsafe to be alone; assist with admissions; and provide personal care to clients when necessary under the direction of nursing staff.

About the Services at Joseph & Rosalie Segal & Family Health Centre - Mental Health & Substance Use Inpatient Units

The Segal Psychiatric Inpatient Units are located on Levels 5 to 8 in the Joseph & Rosalie Segal & Family Health Centre at Vancouver General Hospital. Psychiatric inpatient services provide assessment and treatment to adults who require acute 24-hour management in a hospital setting. There are 75 beds focused on clients who require longer-term, intensive treatment to return to their community. The length of stay is approximately five to 12 days.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Graduation from a recognized degree program in Behavioural Science plus one year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge & Abilities

  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to deal with others effectively.
  • Ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
  • Ability to organize work.
  • Ability to operate related equipment.

Working at Vancouver Coastal Health

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is a world-class innovator in medical care, research and teaching. At VCH, we value our employees' contributions and commitment to providing exceptional patient care. Our goal is to create a healthy, inclusive and supportive environment that supports the well-being of our employees and the communities we serve.

Why Join Us?

As a Psychiatric Worker with VCH, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of healthcare professionals and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan.
  • Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
  • Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
  • Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers.
  • Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.


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