Job Description

Close Date
Oct. 10 2025
Location
Duncan Mental Health Centre - Duncan, BC V9L 1E8 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
No
Travel Requirement
Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement
Shift Start Time/End Time
0830-1649
Days Off
Weekend/Stats
Vacancy Type
Temp FT
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$42.27 - $52.81
Paid FTE
1.0
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
75.0
Planned Start Date
Nov. 25 2025
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Dec. 3 2025
Pending Return of Incumbent
Yes
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
Yes

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.
Under the general supervision of the Clinical Coordinator, and as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team providing patient-centered care, the Substance Use Social Determinants of Health Worker provides assessment, care planning, intervention, consultation, and referral for services where the social, economic, emotional or psychological circumstances of the patient presents barriers to care and/or an optimum level of function.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a mental health-related discipline from a recognized educational institute;
• Two (2) years' recent related experience;
• Post-degree preparation in program specific areas, such as Mental Health & Substance Use; or
• an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of applicable legislation, and community resources, such as social and health programs, acts and policies.
• Strong advocacy skills.
• Educate and provide consultation to patients/families, support groups, and other health care professionals, including development and coordination of in-services, presentations and facilitation skills.
• Determine and deal with emergent situations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff and other health care providers.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team.

Skills Required