Peer Support Program – Consumer Support Worker (Mental Health)

Job title: Peer Support Program – Consumer Support Worker (Mental Health)

Job description: Come work as a Peer Support Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Peer Support Assistant to join the Consumer Peer Support Team in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

As a Peer Support Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Provide general direction, program support and guidance to the process of increasing peer support and consumer involvement in Mental Health Services.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Baccalaureate degree in a health related field or behavioral sciences, plus 2 years’ relevant experience with individuals with a mental illness/disability and personal experience receiving services within the mental health system, and previous experience providing orientation and training to consumers; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Second language requirements will be noted on the job posting, if required.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles of recovery in mental illness.
• Proven computer skills and ability to utilize contemporary software applications including MSWord, and the ability to adapt to new technology.
• Financial management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with both consumers and professional staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, to work independently with minimal direction, to problem solve, to take initiative, to organize and prioritize work, and to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to establish/maintain satisfactory work relationships with the public, volunteers and other employees, to deal tactfully and effectively with co-workers, public and staff from other agencies/organizations, to maintain confidentiality, and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to consumer/therapeutic needs.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to work within a team environment and to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to carry out the physical demands of the job.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and “going first” when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers in 2023.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

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