Mental Health and Substance Use Clinician

Interior Health Authority; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Interior Health Authority is seeking a Relief Full Time Mental Health and Substance Use Clinician in Kelowna, B.C., providing essential assessment and therapy for clients with mental health and substance use disorders. The role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and remuneration package

Employer-paid training and education

Employer-paid vacation

Extended health and dental coverage

Contribution to the Municipal Pension Plan

Balanced lifestyle support

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health and substance use counselling preferred.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy for substance use issues.
• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Coordinate services and respond to complex client needs.

Skills

Counselling experience

Mental health support

Education

Degree in Mental Health or related field

Job description

We are currently looking for a Relief Full Time Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Clinician to join the Mental Health and Substance Use team based out of the Kelowna Community Health & Services centre in Kelowna, B.C.

This relief position is until December 7, 2026, or the return of the incumbent.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package
• Career growth opportunities
• Employer-paid training and education
• Employer-paid vacation (per collective agreement)
• Employer-paid insurance premiums
• Extended health and dental coverage
• Contribution to the Municipal Pension Plan
• Balanced lifestyle

What Will You Work On?

This position is part of the substance use counselling team providing individual and group therapy. Counselling and MHSU experience is preferred.

The Substance Use Clinician functions as a member of the larger Hospitals & Communities Integrated Services (HCIS) healthcare team and a specific MHSU multidisciplinary team. The goal is to ensure timely, responsive, evidence-based treatment and clinical supports for persons experiencing substance use problems/disorders or concurrent mental health and substance use issues.

The Substance Use Clinician provides assessment, treatment, service coordination, and urgent response to complex clients, often with co-occurring disorders and significant functional impairments across various domains of life. The clinician utilizes a variety of specialized treatment modalities and therapies for individuals, groups, and families.

Scheduling Information

Work hours are from Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:30 hours.

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health

We offer a work environment conducive to growth and skill development, supporting psychological health and safety for all employees. We promote a balanced lifestyle to help you maintain your desired quality of life.

If you are an experienced mental health professional passionate about helping our community, apply today!