Life Skills Worker

3 weeks ago


Quesnel, Canada Northern Health Authority Full time
Job Summary

Northern Health Authority is seeking a skilled Life Skills Worker to join our Specialized Services department. As a Life Skills Worker, you will provide outreach community-based support services to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use concerns. Your expertise in teaching life skills, coaching, and advocacy will make a significant impact in the lives of our clients.

About the Role

In this role, you will work with individuals and their caregivers to develop and implement personalized plans of treatment and care. You will provide life skills training, coaching, and support to help individuals achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being. Your strong communication and interpersonal skills will enable you to build strong relationships with clients, families, and community partners.

What We Offer

Comprehensive benefit packages, including extended health and dental coverage, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees
Three weeks of 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 short commutes in BC
Loan forgiveness programs offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions

Requirements

Diploma in Community Social Services, Mental Health Worker, Community Health Worker, or Social Services Worker, including post-secondary education in counselling skills training
Two years of recent related experience working with individuals with mental illness and substance use concerns, including teaching life skills, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Current CPR certificate
Current Food Safe certificate
Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle with appropriate business insurance coverage

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of legislation such as the Mental Health Act and the Guardianship Act
Ability to practice with cultural humility and foster cultural safety
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to deal with others effectively
Ability to prioritize and organize client demands made and care needs
Ability to problem solve
Ability to teach life skills
Sound judgment and good observation skills
Ability to demonstrate an appropriate level of initiative and independence
Ability to work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Ability to promote positive change and independence
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
Ability to operate related equipment

About Northern Health Authority

Northern Health Authority 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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