Mental Health Support Worker Needed: Private Hire

Mental Health Support Worker Needed:

• 4-6 hours per week at $25.00 an hour
• Evenings preferred, weekends will be considered
• With preference for applicants with psychology, psychiatry background/education
• Perfect side job for a student
• This is not a VCH contract and no insurance will be provided
• This is a private contract between client’s family and candidate

Client is a 24 year old female with a diagnosed mood disorder who is high functioning (works full-time and has a social support circle). She struggles with daily task management and has anxiety issues around home management and personal care.

CLOSING DATE: August 5 2018

 Contract Specifics:

• There is no provision for sick time.
• Contract will be supervised by parents of client

• Candidate must be able to work cooperatively with client, mental health team staff and family
• Candidates must be able to adequately access public transportation.
• Candidates must be able to present in a professional manner, and be empathetic, patient and supportive.

• Contract is for 6 months with a potential to renew. There will be a probationary period of 3 months to evaluate fit.
• Contract may be ended early if there is concerns around rapport or lack of progress with goals

Client’s goals may include:

• Work with the client to develop a structure and routine for:
  1. Regular cleaning chores
  2. Personal hygiene
  3. Meal preparation
• Teach skills and tactics that will help the client be able to perform these tasks independently
• Work directly with the client to complete household tasks and chores
• Assess and report on progress to client’s family

Please submit a resume and a cover letter to:

Taylore Ashlie: ashlietaylore@gmail.com

Only those being considered for the position will be contacted. Thank you!