Pediatric Mental Health Worker

Title of the Job: Pediatric Mental Health Worker

Location: Victoria, BC

Job Description: Close DateLocationVictoria General Hospital – Victoria, BC V8Z 6R5 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)4th Floor, North TowerMulti-SiteNoTravel RequirementNo travel requiredShift Start Time/End TimeAs Required: 0700-1900 / 1900-0700Days OffAs requiredVacancy TypeCasualSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$33.28 – $33.28Paid FTEN/AWorked BI-WEEKLY HOURSN/APlanned Start DateOct. 1 2024Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Pending Return of IncumbentNoCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)YesJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), 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 Program Coordinator or designate, the Pediatric Mental Health Worker contributes to the provision of client-centered and family-focused care for children and youth hospitalized with mental health and/or substance use concerns by completing patient assessments, providing related counselling, and reporting clients’ conditions, including reactions to medications and activity monitoring the patient/client’s environment and changes in baseline behaviors and moods to ensure safety. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), or Child and Youth Counsellor (CYC), the Pediatric Mental Health Worker promotes a safe, healthy and non-threatening environment that instills a sense of dignity and self-respect, and motivates, assists and instructs clients with the activities of daily living.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceGraduation from a recognized degree program in Social Science plus one year’s recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Company Name: Island Health

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