Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker

Close Date
Location
Caulfield Apartments (CAUL) - Duncan, BC V9L 2W9 CA
Wicks Road Mental Health (WRMH) - Duncan, BC V9L 5C3 CA (Primary)
Wisteria House Mental Health (WHMH) - Duncan, BC V9L 1L8 CA
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
Yes
Travel Requirement
Travel between multiple sites may be required
Shift Start Time/End Time
0700-1500 , 1100-1900 ,1500-2300, 2300-0700
Days Off
As required
Vacancy Type
Casual
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$33.49 - $35.31
Paid FTE
N/A
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
N/A
Planned Start Date
Nov. 2 2026
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Pending Return of Incumbent
No
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
Yes
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Supporting a multidisciplinary care team and to assist clients experiencing mental health, addiction, behavioral and developmental problems to live successfully in the community, the Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker provides life skills, coaching, advice, and support services to both individuals and in group settings, by determining day to day care to meet individual and/or group needs and situational requirements based on an established plan of treatment/care; facilitates employment opportunities, and supports vocational and job skills training, supervision and experience in hands on work and day-to-day work projects.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Diploma in Community Social Services or health related program, such as Human Services, Mental Health, Life Skills & Career Development, or Practical Nursing
Two (2) years recent, related experience
Recognized post basic education related to mental illness and addiction, such as Counseling Skills training; knowledge of applicable legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and the Guardianship Act; knowledge of available programs, their interrelationships, and their function in delivering care in the community; and
Knowledge of the local labour market; or
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Current Standard First Aid/CPR Level C
Food Safe certificate
Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License
Skills And Abilities
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Establish and maintain rapport with clients
Deal with others effectively
Prioritize and organize client demands made and care needs
Analyze and resolve problems
Teach life skills
Sound judgment and good observation skills
Work independently, demonstrating initiative, with limited supervision
Work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Promote positive change and independence
Physically carry out the duties of the position
Operate related equipment, including a computer
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD1182.pdf
Additional information for applicants
Additional Clauses
Requisition CA
Community Subsector
Affiliation/Union
BCGEU

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