Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker

Close Date Aug. 26 2026 Location Seven Oaks Tertiary Mental Health (SOMH) - Victoria, BC V8X 2C7 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 1300-1700 Days Off Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday Vacancy Type Temp PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $33.49 - $35.31 Paid FTE 0.34 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 24 Planned Start Date Aug. 24 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Feb. 28 2027 Pending Return of Incumbent No CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the Manager or designate, the Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker participates in the provision of client-focused treatment, rehabilitation and support for persons with mental illness in a residential, community-based facility. Participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team including case management as required. Participates in the planning, development, implementation, delivery, and modification of clinical services in response to identified client needs, within the program's guidelines. Motivates, assists, and instructs clients with the activities of daily living, prepares and escorts patients to off-site activities. Monitors and reports on resident's condition, including reactions to medications. Assesses clients' ability to assume self-care responsibility.

Qualifications

• Education, Training And Experience Grade 12 graduation, supplemented by post-secondary courses dealing with mental illness. Minimum two years recent related experience working with persons with mental disorders, including teaching life skills, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Certificates in CPR and Food Safe. Must hold a valid BC Driver's Licence and if required, must be able to obtain a class 4 Driver's License. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act as it applies to the rights and obligations of clients and staff in the facility. Understanding of the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation, using a client-centered approach. Skills And Abilities
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing, and maintain required confidentiality.
• Ability to develop and maintain rapport with clients and employ such rapport to enable clients to understand their illness and the rehabilitation process.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to employ aggressive behaviour management techniques.
• Ability to exercise judgement in keeping with program philosophy, when supervisor is unavailable for consultation.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD113.pdf Additional information for applicants This position is to provide 1:1 support to a complex client with psychiatric, developmental and substance use diagnoses. Trauma informed approach is necessary and previous experience with this complicated presentation is helpful. Position will primarily support client to engage in the community. Additional Clauses Requisition CA Community Subsector Affiliation/Union BCGEU