Mental health worker

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Will train

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders)
• Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance)

Work setting

• Community agency
• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare reports or case histories
• Appraise clients’ needs or eligibility for specific services
• Perform administrative tasks
• Implement life skills workshops
• Housekeeping activities
• Food preparation
• Provide suicide and crisis intervention
• Resolve conflict situations
• Implement behaviour management programs
• Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Mandt System training
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
• Medication Administration Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

• Persons with an intellectual disability
• Persons with mental health disabilities
• Persons with physical disabilities

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Values and ethics
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities