The Mental Health Worker is responsible to provide support to mental health consumers living in an assisted living setting with a goal
toward maintaining an optimal level of independence. The mental health worker will provide support in all areas of living
including: meals, social, mental, physical and/or spiritual, through participation in home and community-based activities.
First Avenue offers a safe and supportive environment where consumers can acquire knowledge and skills that will assist
them to eventually transition to a more independent setting in the community. Overnight shifts provide on call support to
Transitional Living Program (TLP) clients.

Current Openings

1 Part time position available (16 hours/week)

Here's what we need from you:

Training/experience in the field of Psychosocial Rehabilitation/Psychology/Community Mental Health
• Training/experience in the safe use of psychotropic medications is an asset
• Training/experience in developing and implementing activity programs, including recreational, life skills and community
access and awareness
• A philosophy of service that is in line with Communitas’ Vision, Mission and Values
• Familiar with and able to implement ‘Spirit of Gentleness’ principles
• Familiar with and able to implement Psychosocial Rehabilitation principles fostering a belief in the recovery process
• Ability to take initiative with creativity and flexibility
• Ability to be motivational and positive in interactions with residents
• Ability to effectively access community resources
• Excellent teamwork skills, ability to maintain Honest, Direct and Respectful relationships
• Ability to receive direction as well as being able to work independently without supervision
• Ability to observe, record and evaluate change in human behaviour
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Possession of a valid Class 5 BC drivers license
• Possession of a valid Emergency First Aid Certificate with CPR (must maintain valid certification)

Here's what you can expect:

Shifts are:  days, evenings, overnights, and weekends

• Competitive wages
• Generous benefits package for full-time employees
• Opportunity for growth
• On-the-job training and support

Salary:

$24.50-$29.34 per hour