Community Liaison Worker, Integrated Care Team

Description

JOB SUMMARY:In accordance with the Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) Strategic Framework, the Community Liaison Worker supports an integrated health service team and delivery model and provides support services to clients who have mental health and substance use/addiction issues. Works across multiple sites, clinics and services within an integrated health service delivery model and interdisciplinary care team that includes primary care, mental health and substance use, private General Practitioner (GP) partners and other community care services. Monitors clients, documents and provides verbal reports on observations in accordance with standard procedures or specific direction. Facilitates the use of community services/resources and provides information on community services. Liaises and coordinates services with mental health and substance use and other medical professionals. Plans, organizes, facilitates and co-leads groups as required, participates in the process of case planning, assists clients with the activities of daily living including maintaining personal hygiene and appearance, safety, shopping, budgeting and escorting clients to appointments. Acts as an advocate for clients and acts as a resource for the Integrated Care Team by providing information/support related to clients with complex health care needs. Establishes, maintains and enhances therapeutic relationships based on respect.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Certificate from a recognized Health Care Worker program such as Community Health Worker Program, plus two (2) years’ recent related experience supporting clients through a holistic mental health, substance use and primary care lens, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid B.C. Driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for business-related purposes, as required. Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of community, social and health resources.Ability to keyboard 5000 keystrokes per hour.Knowledge of substance misuse and of problems encountered by chemically dependent individuals; basic understanding of behavior management.Knowledge and experience in providing culturally safe and competent care, specifically pertaining to Aboriginal people.Knowledge and experience in Trauma Informed Practice, Harm Reduction and Recovery Oriented Care.Knowledge of mental health issues and treatment.Knowledge of appropriate acts i.e. Mental Health Act, Adult Guardianship, Public Health Act as it relates to the rights and obligations of clients and staff.Knowledge of community, social and mental health resources in the DTES.Ability to demonstrate and assist client with activities of daily living.Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.Ability to deal effectively with conflict situations, manage aggressive behaviour, and use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioural management techniques.Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines.Ability to establish/maintain satisfactory work relationships with the public and other employees, to deal tactfully and effectively with co-workers, public and staff from other agencies, to maintain confidentiality and to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.Ability to work with a culturally diverse population. Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.The 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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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.

 

VCH has received approval from the BC Human Rights Tribunal to restrict hiring for this position to individuals who self-identify as women (including transgender women).

 

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.