Mental Health Worker

At Hollyburn Family Services, we serve, nurture, honor, and lead by providing compassionate, evidence-based care to children, youth, and families across British Columbia. As a Great Place to Work® Canada, we are proud to support individuals with complex needs through relationship-based residential services that promote safety, stability, and growth.

We're looking for a compassionate Mental Health Worker to join our team in North Burnaby. Working alongside Program Supervisors, Clinical staff, families, and community partners, you'll provide therapeutic support that helps children and youth build confidence, develop life skills, and reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, supportive relationships with children and youth.
• Implement individualized support and behaviour plans.
• Support emotional regulation, coping skills, and healthy daily routines.
• Respond to challenging behaviours using trauma-informed, person-centred practices.
• Accompany clients to school, appointments, recreational activities, and community outings using Hollyburn fleet vehicles.
• Collaborate with families, schools, clinicians, and community partners.
• Complete progress notes, documentation, and incident reports within established timelines.
• Assist with meal preparation, household routines, personal care, and daily living skills as required.
• Help maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive home environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Child & Youth Care, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field.
• Experience supporting children and youth with mental health, behavioural, or developmental needs.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and supportive during challenging situations.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, strength-based, and person-centred practice.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and electronic documentation.

Requirements

• Valid B.C. Class 5 driver's licence with the ability to transport clients using Hollyburn fleet vehicles.
• Current First Aid & CPR Certification or willingness to obtain through Hollyburn. 
• MANDT Certification or willingness to obtain through Hollyburn.
• Successful Criminal Record Check.

Working Conditions

• Location: Burnaby
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Hours: 40 hours per week, Sunday - Monday - 7am to 3pm, Tuesday - Thursday – 3pm to 11pm

Why Join Hollyburn?

• Hands-on, extensive, and continuous training.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities within our growing organization.
• 100% employer-paid extended health, dental, vision care, and life insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Paid vacation, wellness days, and sick days.
• Group RRSP matching of up to 6% of gross salary.
• Tuition reimbursement and support for professional development.
• Supportive team environment where you can make a meaningful difference.

We thank all candidates for applying, however only those shortlisted will be contacted for interviews. Candidates must be located in the Lower Mainland and eligible to work in Canada to be considered.