At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals on their recovery journey through coaching and community resource connection.
- Company: Join a compassionate team at Interior Health, dedicated to mental health and substance use support.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, employer-paid training, vacation, and health benefits.
- Other info: Flexible shifts with a focus on work-life balance and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while growing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in mental health, substance use, and strong relationship-building skills required.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
We are currently looking for a permanent full-time Recovery Support Worker to join the Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Road 2 Recovery (R2R) team based out of the Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake, B.C. (This is not a home support position). Interior Health and our partner agencies provide a range of mental health and substance use services for all ages. We strive to ensure that our services are welcoming of all peoples, gender identities, cultures, ethnicities and backgrounds.
Who are we looking for?
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mental health and substance use, harm reduction principles, and recovery-oriented care, with the ability to walk alongside individuals as they navigate treatment, transition, and aftercare supports. This role requires someone who excels at building trusting relationships, fostering empowerment, and supporting self-determination through coaching, mentoring, and connection to community resources. The successful candidate will work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills while maintaining a person-centered approach that honours each client’s goals, strengths, and choices. Experience supporting individuals through recovery, system navigation, and community integration will be key to success in this position.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package
- Career Growth
- Employer paid training/education
- Employer paid vacation (per collective agreement)
- Employer paid insurance premiums
- Extended Health & Dental coverage
- Contribution to Municipal Pension Plan
- Balanced lifestyle
What will you work on?
The Recovery Support Worker uses their knowledge of mental health and substance use, harm reduction, and recovery-oriented system of care to assist individuals throughout their recovery journey. The Recovery Support Worker works in partnership with the person, caregiver/family, and interdisciplinary care team to provide coaching, mentoring, information, coordination, and support services for people seeking addiction treatment, transition, and aftercare supports in accordance with an established personalized care plan.
As an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, the Recovery Support Worker facilitates individuals in transitioning across the continuum of care, including inpatient (bed-based) or outpatient (at home or community-based) services, withdrawal management and stabilization, and community aftercare supports. As the person and care team delineate various treatment and support needs, the Recovery Support Worker assists in identifying and working through the steps for success, walking alongside the person in the delivery of seamless addiction treatment, transition, and aftercare supports.
Scheduling Information
Shift times are days and shift times are from 08:30 to 16:30 hours.
Reasons to Apply at Interior Health...
We offer a work environment conducive to growth and development of strong skills and a work environment that supports and promotes psychological health & safety for all. We offer the opportunity to have a balanced lifestyle that allows you to maintain the quality of life you desire.
If you are an experienced mental health professional and passionate about helping those in our community, apply today!
Recovery Support Worker in Williams Lake employer: Interior Health Authority
Interior Health is an exceptional employer that prioritizes meaningful change in healthcare while offering a flexible work environment across the beautiful Interior Health region. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide extensive training, competitive remuneration, and a supportive work-life balance, making it an ideal place for professionals passionate about quality improvement and patient care. Join us and be part of a collaborative culture that values innovation and inclusivity, where your contributions can truly make a difference.
