Job Description

Within the context of a client centred care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, works as a member of an interdisciplinary community health team, the Wellness Support Worker provides a variety of day-to-day physical, emotional and social supports, advocacy, life skills assistance, information, resources and demonstrations to designated population groups in the community. Reports back to interdisciplinary team on clients’ progress and condition. Establishes working relationships with various agencies. Co-facilitates support groups, cultural activities and public education. QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Completion of a certificate in a Community Social Service or related program and two years of recent, related experience working with designated population group or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. For worksites that require driving to various locations, Valid class V BC Driver’s license.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Ability to deal with others effectively.Ability to prioritize and organize client demands made and care needs.Demonstrated ability to practice from a harm reduction approach.Knowledge of legislation such as the Mental Health Act and the Adult Guardianship ActDemonstrated ability to build relationships and nurture an environment of quality, trauma informed and culturally safe care.Demonstrated ability to actively support clients through to emotionally positive resolution and/or development of successful coping strategies.Ability to problem solve.Ability to teach life skills.Sound judgment and good observation skills.Ability to demonstrate an appropriate level of initiative and independence.Ability to work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team.Ability to promote positive change and independence. Ability to maintain a focused and differentiated approach while addressing challenging situations or issues.Physical and emotional ability to carry out the duties of the position.Ability to operate related equipment.Advocacy skillsThe 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.

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Vancouver Coastal Health is committed to valuing diversity within our workforce. VCH encourages Indigenous applicants who identify as Indigenous (including First Nations, Metis or Inuit), who may not possess all required qualifications but would become job ready through Employer provided training, orientation or mentoring, to apply.

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.