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Mental Health Crisis Worker (Casual)63845394955521120

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Mental Health Crisis Worker (Casual)

Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society (KAFS) was established in 1972 and is a non-profit organization with a status free open-door policy. KAFS is dedicated to empowering the Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal communities of Kamloops and surrounding areas. KAFS provides culturally appropriate programs and inclusive services that meet the needs of urban Indigenous people to become healthier, physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. THE OPPORTUNITY: The Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society (KAFS) Crisis Response, Community Led (CRCL) is a newly launched program and will provide an alternative to the presence of police personnel at mental health crisis calls in Kamloops. The team will provide crisis support services that will integrate cultural safety protocols and holistic care options. The mobile team is comprised of a mental health professional and a peer (someone with lived or living experience) will be available during scheduled service hours. This program aims to reduce the harms experienced by people who have mental health and addictions challenges as well as Black, Indigenous, racialized, LGBTQ2+ and other marginalized individuals. The CRCL team will provide acute crisis support and de-escalation services for persons 13 years of age and older experiencing mental health and/or substance use related crises. The Mental Health Crisis Worker will be responsible using clinical judgment to provide rapid point of service mental health crisis management and de-escalation, including crisis and wellness assessment, suicide intervention and safety planning. *This position operates on an as-needed basis to support the full-time team by covering vacations, sick leave, wellness days, and emergencies. Applicants must be available for at least one of the following shifts: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM or 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM. Shift schedules may be adjusted as the program evolves to meet community needs. A DAY IN THE LIFE – ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide situational assessment, crisis de-escalation, and point-of-service crisis counseling, maintaining a safe space (‘holding-space’) for individuals or groups experiencing psychological or emotional distress. Assess wellness and safety, including triage to emergency services, and co-develop Care Plans and Safety/Wellness Plans that center client agency and support community connection and access to social and healthcare services. Maintain confidential case notes, including safety and wellness assessments, client documentation, and release of information. Provide outreach care and emergency mental health response in diverse settings, including parks, encampments, shelters, drop-in centers, people’s homes, community centers, and outdoor environments. Support immediate access to survival supplies, including food, tents, tarps, blankets, clothing, harm reduction, and safe sex supplies. Respond to medical emergencies including first aid, overdose interventions, rescue breathing, oxygen administration, and naloxone use when necessary. Conduct clinical case management and supervision, following protocols related to violence prevention and critical incidents such as overdose or other emergencies. Engage in Later Leadership Practices, emphasizing open communication, mutual support, and collective accountability. Work outdoors in all types of weather and in all seasons. Perform other related duties as assigned or required Requirements Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience, including crisis de-escalation, case management, and harm reduction. Degree in Mental Health, Counselling, or Social Work. Skilled in situational and mental health assessment, including safety and wellness assessments, de-escalation, and crisis intervention; able to assess and triage to emergency services when appropriate. Extensive experience providing supportive counselling in the field, including direct service delivery, advocacy, and Clinical Case Management with maintenance of confidential client records. Experience and capacity for incident debriefing with service users and teammates. Suicide Intervention and Assessment Training, CBT and DBT training, and Mental Health First Aid are assets. Effective in establishing working relationships with community care providers, including local non-profits and Health Authority services, and in communicating with Emergency Service Personnel. Demonstrated commitment and experience with harm reduction principles and practices; ability to establish respectful rapport, provide support, and advocate for individuals actively using substances and facing significant barriers to health and well-being. Empathic observer invested in relationship-building, practicing social justice, cultural humility, trauma-informed, and public health approaches to social support and healthcare. Skilled in managing hostile interactions using non-violent communication and de-escalation techniques. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and apply innovative, resourceful, and creative problem-solving to meet people where they are, both physically in the community and in their lived experience. First Aid and CPR Level C certified. Commitment to honor Indigenous communities and ways of knowing, approaching the ongoing impacts of colonial violence with humility. Benefits Hourly wage: $33 - $36/hour, based on skill set and experience. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry as per section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code (please self-identity in your cover letter).

Kamloops, BC, Canada

CA$33-36/hour

Peer Support Crisis Worker (Casual)63845394973827121

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Peer Support Crisis Worker (Casual)

Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society (KAFS) was established in 1972 and is a non-profit organization with a status free open-door policy. KAFS is dedicated to empowering the Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal communities of Kamloops and surrounding areas. KAFS provides culturally appropriate programs and inclusive services that meet the needs of urban Indigenous people to become healthier, physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. THE OPPORTUNITY: The Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society (KAFS) Crisis Response, Community Led (CRCL) is a newly launched program and will provide an alternative to the presence of police personnel at mental health crisis calls in Kamloops. The team will provide crisis support services that will integrate cultural safety protocols and holistic care options. The mobile team is comprised of a mental health professional and a peer (someone with lived or living experience) will be available during scheduled service hours. This program aims to reduce the harms experienced by people who have mental health and addictions challenges as well as Black, Indigenous, racialized, LGBTQ2+ and other marginalized individuals. The Mobile Peer Support Crisis Worker will incorporate experiences in crisis assessment and intervention, de-escalation, harm reduction, suicide prevention, liaise with family members and community members, facilitate client empowerment, anti-oppressive practice, client-centred and recover-oriented care, trauma informed practice, culturally competent care to support individuals 13 years of age and older experiencing mental health and/or substance use related crises in Kamloops. *This position operates on an as-needed basis to support the full-time team by covering vacations, sick leave, wellness days, and emergencies. Applicants must be available for at least one of the following shifts: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM or 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM. Shift schedules may be adjusted as the program evolves to meet community needs. A DAY IN THE LIFE – ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Supports police or provide an alternative to police intervention at mental health crisis situations Utilizes their personal experiences of mental health and addictions to employ de-escalation strategies and provide suicide and risk assessments and interventions Employs strong assessment skills to develop safety and support plans to address immediate, intermediate and long-term client needs Works collaboratively with the person, their family and other health service providers to facilitate access to community resources as needed Participates in community outreach and liaison opportunities with key stakeholders and partners and maintains trusting, respectful and collaborative relationships with clients, families, colleagues, referral sources, service providers and the public Maintains accurate and timely client records and actively participates in evaluating the project. Work outdoors in all types of weather and in all seasons  Perform other related duties as assigned or required.  Requirements Lived or living experience with mental health and/or substance use, including experiences of homelessness, poverty, and other forms of marginalization. Certificate in Social Services (or equivalent two-year program) with related experience, or a minimum of 4 years’ experience in community mental health and addictions. Knowledge and experience in crisis assessments, concurrent disorders, trauma-informed practice, strengths-based and client-centered approaches, recovery-oriented models, and crisis intervention strategies. Understanding of systemic barriers, social determinants of health, and the structural factors affecting Black, Indigenous, racialized, and LGBTQ2S+ communities. Knowledge of community services, common drugs and their effects, and the toxic drug crisis, including advanced overdose recognition and response. Commitment to honor Indigenous communities and ways of knowing, approaching the ongoing impacts of colonial violence with humility. Certified in First Aid and CPR, Non-violent Crisis Intervention, and Mental Health First Aid; willingness to participate in ongoing on-the-job and external training (e.g., ASIST, crisis intervention/de-escalation, community safety, Naloxone, Trauma-Informed Practices). Ability to maintain a non-judgmental and non-stigmatizing approach with individuals. Strong verbal and written communication, problem-solving skills, and interpersonal abilities. Valid driver’s license is desirable. Benefits Hourly Wage:$25- $29/hour, based on skill set and experience. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry as per section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code (please self-identity in your cover letter).

Kamloops, BC, Canada

CA$25-29/hour

Family Preservation Worker63845394915201122

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Family Preservation Worker

Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society (KAFS) was established in 1972 and is a non-profit organization with a status free open-door policy. KAFS is dedicated to empowering the Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal communities of Kamloops and surrounding areas. KAFS provides culturally appropriate programs and inclusive services that meet the needs of urban Indigenous people to become healthier, physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. THE OPPORTUNITY: KAFS is recruiting a dedicated and compassionate Family Preservation Worker to join our team. Reporting to the Family Preservation Supervisor, the Family Preservation Worker plays a pivotal role in ensuring the well-being and safety of Aboriginal children in need of protection. This multifaceted position involves working closely with the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD), and Secwepemc Child and Family Services Agency (SCFSA) social workers to provide support, facilitate access to essential services, and represent the best interests of children in care. The role also includes acting as a liaison between children, their families, and the community while preserving their cultural heritage and identity. A DAY IN THE LIFE – ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with referrals from self, KAFS Programs, school district, and MCFD/SCFSA social workers. Work jointly with external social workers regarding Aboriginal children who may be in need of protection. Attend meetings as they pertain to children in care. Participate to the fullest extent in child abuse investigations. Share information and make recommendations with MCFD, and SCFSA social workers regarding child protection concerns. This will include information from the child, their family, and the community. Identify and help children and families access community services. Identify and facilitate arrangements for children to stay in “safe places” during a child care emergency. Facilitate family and community support for children during child protection proceedings. Contact all non-local First Nations children in MCFD/SCFSA care. Provide comprehensive and complete information to children’s families and community about court proceedings and care plans. Provide referrals to mental health services. Partner with appropriate community resources to develop ways to meet identified needs. Facilitate workshops, meetings, and groups as required. Provides life skills support and parenting coaching to individuals and families. Submit monthly reports to the Family Service Manager. Complete documentation and write reports. Maintain accurate records and data for reporting requirements. Works in conjunction with other departments of KAFS in the delivery of services. Performs other related duties as assigned or required. Requirements Bachelor of Social Work. Minimum of 1 year of experience in working with children and families at risk, preference will be given to individuals who have experience with Indigenous families. *A combination of education and significant experience will be considered* Knowledge in: Aboriginal Operational Standards and Policies. Child, Family, and Community Service Act. Methods of intake assessment, treatment, and prevention. Crisis intervention. The current court system, advocating on clients behalf and making necessary recommendations to Judges, Lawyers, and Social Workers. OUR “MUST HAVES” THAT MAKE YOU GREAT: Possess strong computer skills using MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) software. Must have well developed verbal, and written communication skills. Strong organization and record keeping skills. Proficient in diplomatic and efficient conflict mediation and resolution. Ability to use advocacy and rapport skills to foster strong connections with diverse stakeholders. Excellent analytical and interviewing skills to achieve desired results. Diplomacy, tact, and confidentiality in dealing with a variety of people and information. Must be flexible, adaptable, and able to work effectively in a variety of settings. Ability to work within a team and a network to support children and families effectively. Good judgement and problem-solving skills must be exercised at all times. Benefits Wage: $25 - $29/hour, based on skill set and experience Group benefits including extended health, dental, and vision Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off Wellness Days Off Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry as per section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code (please self-identity in your cover letter).

Kamloops, BC, Canada

CA$25-29/hour