Mental Health Worker

Island Health
Casual Nanaimo, British Columbia Counselors, Social Workers, and Other Community and Social Service Specialists
Posted:
March 20, 2026
Location:
Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Diploma in Community Social Services, e.g. Mental Health Worker, Community Health Worker, or Social Services Worker including post-secondary education in counseling skills training. Knowledge of legislation such as the Mental Health Act and the Guardianship Act. Knowledge of available programs, their interrelationships, and their function in delivering care in the community. Understanding of the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation, using a client-centred approach. A minimum of two years recent related experience working with persons with mental illness including teaching life skills, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current Level C Basic Life Saving Certificate. Valid Class 5 vehicle license. Food Safe Certificate.

Skills And Abilities

  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
  • Ability to develop and maintain therapeutic rapport wi...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Casual
Location: Nanaimo, Canada
Posted: March 20, 2026
Deadline: April 29, 2026