LIFESKILLS WORKER, SPECIALIZED MENTAL HEALTH SUBSTANCE USE OUTREACH at Northern Health - BC
Date: 2 hours ago
City: Terrace, BC
Contract type: Full time
Are you looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Specialized Mental Health & Substance Use department.
In accordance with established mission, vision, values and strategic priorities of Northern Health and reporting to the Program Lead – Specialized Services or designate, the Life Skills Worker (LSW) - Specialized Substance Use Stabilization/MHSU Outreach provides outreach community-based support services, assisting in mental health and substance use treatment. The LSW provides life skills training, coaching, advocacy, and support to individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, behavioral, and developmental problems and to their caregivers/families, in accordance with an established plan of treatment/care. Motivates, assists, and guides individuals with the activities of daily living, reports progress and condition, including reactions to medications.
Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Evenings, 11:00 to 19:30 (rotating)
Terrace The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes, and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation, and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out Terrace where there is always something new to experience.
What Northern Health has to offer you!
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
In accordance with established mission, vision, values and strategic priorities of Northern Health and reporting to the Program Lead – Specialized Services or designate, the Life Skills Worker (LSW) - Specialized Substance Use Stabilization/MHSU Outreach provides outreach community-based support services, assisting in mental health and substance use treatment. The LSW provides life skills training, coaching, advocacy, and support to individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, behavioral, and developmental problems and to their caregivers/families, in accordance with an established plan of treatment/care. Motivates, assists, and guides individuals with the activities of daily living, reports progress and condition, including reactions to medications.
Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Evenings, 11:00 to 19:30 (rotating)
Terrace The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes, and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation, and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out Terrace where there is always something new to experience.
What Northern Health has to offer you!
- Comprehensive benefit packages including, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
- Three weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
- Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
- Employee referral program
- Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
- Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
- “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
- Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
- Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
- Program certificates or diplomas
- High school/college/university transcripts etc.
- It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume
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