Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0700-1500/1500-2300/2300-0700 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Temp PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $29.83 - $29.83 Paid FTE .71 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 50.62 Planned Start Date Nov. 1 2024 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Feb. 13 2026 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes 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, (Island Health) patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Under the general supervision of a senior position such as a Registered Nurse or Regular Psychiatric Nurse and supporting a multidisciplinary team, the Mental Health and Addictions Rehab Support Worker assists in the provision of activation and socialization services for mental health patients in the acute care setting, provides personal care assistance, and support services to the patient/client who is experiencing mental health, addiction, behavioral and developmental problems.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceGrade 10 and completion of a recognized Nursing Assistant Program, plus six (6) months recent, related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.
Skills And AbilitiesAbility to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writingAbility to deal with others effectivelyAbility to teachPhysical ability to carry out the duties of the positionAbility to operate related equipment Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD3282.pdf Additional information for applicants Pediatric Mental Health Rehab Support worker certificate needed and recent related pediatric experience Additional Clauses Requisition CA Facilities Subsector Affiliation/Union HEU