Life Skills Worker | Mental Health Substance Use-IOAT

Interior Health is currently seeking a relief part time (0.98 FTE) Life Skills Worker to join our Mental Health Substance Use (MHSU) Injection Opioid Agonist Treatment (IOAT) team at the Community Health & Services Centre located in Kelowna, B.C. This relief position is until March 26, 2026 or return of the incumbent.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package
• Career Growth
• Employer paid training/education
• Employer paid vacation (per collective agreement)
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended Health & Dental coverage
• Contribution to Municipal Pension Plan
• Balanced lifestyle

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting individuals with mental health and substance use challenges. This person will work collaboratively within an integrated care team to provide structured support and skill development to clients, helping them achieve greater stability and independence. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal and observational skills, the ability to build respectful, trusting relationships, and a commitment to promoting client self-determination. Experience in life skills coaching—such as budgeting, daily living, personal care, and community access—is essential, as is the ability to monitor client progress, document observations, and liaise effectively with health and social service professionals to ensure comprehensive, person-centered care.

What will you work on?

This position works as a member of an integrated team to provide structured support services to clients. Monitors clients in accordance with established treatment objectives and/or care plans; observes client’s behaviours and symptoms, documents observations in accordance with standard procedures and/or providing verbal reports on changes in client’s appearance, behavior, and/or health. Provides support to clients in the development and maintenance of life skills. Demonstrates and models appropriate behaviours and provides support in problem solving and decision-making. Assists clients with activities of daily living. Participates in activities to support skill development. Liaises, monitors and coordinates services with mental health and substance use staff, medical professionals, and other relevant service providers.

Scheduling Information:

Shift times are from 09:30-20:30 hours.

How will you create an impact?

Joining our IH team will allow you to challenge yourself professionally while enjoying all the personal pursuits available to you within this fantastic community.

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health... What we can do for you

We offer a work environment conducive to growth and development of strong skills and a work environment that supports and promotes psychological health & safety for all. We offer the opportunity to have a balanced lifestyle that allows you to maintain the quality of life you desire.

If you have a certificate relevant to the position and experience with mental health, apply today!
Education, Training and Experience:

• Grade 12
• Certificate in a field relevant to the position (i.e.: community social services, rehabilitation)
• One-year recent related experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and substance use problems; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid certificates in CPR, First Aid and Food Safe required.
• Current valid B.C. Driver’s License. (Class V)

As part of your application, please ensure to:

• Upload your resume, cover letter (if Out of Province indicate if you are relocating to the area and when)
• Upload a copy of your Diploma/Certificate
• Upload copy of your Food Safe Certificate (Must be valid prior to starting the position)
• Upload copy of your First Aid and CPR

To strengthen your application for this position, please include the following in your cover letter:

1. What interests you in working with Interior Health’s Mental Health and Substance Use – IOAT Team, and how does this align with your values and career goals?
2. What key skills and strengths do you bring that would help you support clients in developing and maintaining life skills such as daily living, problem-solving, and community integration?
3. Describe your experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges, including any approaches or strategies you’ve used to support recovery and harm reduction.
4. Do you have experience supporting clients with opioid use or concurrent disorders, conducting risk assessments, or working within a recovery-oriented and trauma-informed framework? Please provide examples.