Interior Health·Penticton, British Columbia
Provide supported employment services to clients recovering from severe mental illnesses and/or substance use disorders seeking competitive employment.
Establish rapport with clients and their family.
Encourage and support attainment of educational and/or employment goals.
Support clients to obtain information on volunteer and/or employment opportunities and job training/retraining initiatives and programs.
Provide life skills and pre-employment skills training as needed for volunteer/employment readiness.
Interview clients to identify interests, skills, values, job readiness, and suitability for employment and/or volunteer opportunities.
Assist with resume writing and job search and retention skills.
Facilitate resume and/or interview preparation workshops.
Identify prospective employers in the community appropriate to clients’ work profiles.
Develop and maintain relationships with vocational resource organizations, provincial and federal vocational programs, and wage subsidy programs to foster employment opportunities for the client group.
Work as part of an integrated multidisciplinary MHSU team using an Individual Placement and Support model
We are currently seeking a Job Developer to join our Mental Health (MH) Employment Support team at the Penticton Health Centre in beautiful Penticton, B.C. This is a relief full time position until October 18, 2027 or return of incumbent. This position works Monday to Friday day shifts from 08:30 to 16:30.
Completion of a recognized Community Social Service Diploma or a recognized program in psychosocial rehabilitation. Two years’ recent related experience with job coaching, marketing and development with individuals with severe mental illnesses and/or substance use disorders (or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience). Appropriate valid B.C. driver’s license (Class V)
Market context
In British Columbia, behavioral-health roles often reflect ongoing demand in acute care, community mental health, and integrated service settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for current BC nursing registration, recent experience with acute mental illness, and comfort working on multidisciplinary teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit against the original posting, then tailor your application to show relevant mental-health and team-based experience.