Mental Health Support Worker (2024-0040)

Calgary, AB
Rouleau Manor – Social Work Complex LTC /
Regular Part-Time /
On-site
Here’s your chance to be a part of our story!  Carewest is one of Calgary’s leaders in exceptional care and we are looking for passionate helpers to join our team.

At Carewest, our mission is to support all clients in maintaining their quality of life as they transition through their health care journey. Our core values of Caring, Relationships, Excellence, Accountability and Teamwork guide how we provide care to those who need it the most.
 
With a strong focus on delivering quality care & safety to our residents & clients we strive to attract innovative thinkers looking for a rewarding career.
 
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Position Status: Regular Part Time Location: Rouleau Manor, Social Work Complex LTC BW Hours: 46.50 FTE: 0.60 Shift: Days Union: Non Union GSS Shift Times: 1000-1815

Position Summary: Reporting directly to the Client Service Manager, and under the direct or indirect supervision of the Occupational Therapist, Social Worker or other assigned Regulated staff, the Mental Health Support Worker is an unregulated member of the interdisciplinary team who provides on-going encouragement and support to clients with complex mental health, behavioural and/or addiction diagnoses. The Mental Health Support Worker observes, monitors and reports on client status/condition including changes in mental, emotional and general physical status. The Mental Health Support Worker ensures that changes in client status are reported to the assigned Regulated staff member. In keeping with Carewest’s Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care and Carewest policies this position maintains professional and ethical standards at all times. Responsible for other related duties as required. Program Summary: Complex Mental Health Care – a program providing comprehensive care for adults with complex behaviours, whose primary diagnosis includes mental illness, dementia or other cognitive disorders.

Qualifications and Experience

    • Qualifications: Diploma or degree from a health or disability related field is required. Equivalent combination of education, skills and experience may be considered. Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in English is required.
    • Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience working with mental health clients and behaviorally challenged/addictions adult clients in a group setting. Non Violent Crisis intervention training preferred.
    • Rate of Pay: 25.46 - 26.13 - 27.31 - 28.38 - 29.28 - 30.13
About Carewest:
We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.

We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.

Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca.