Mental Health and Substance Use Clinician

Interior Health Authority; Penticton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Interior Health Authority seeks a relief full-time Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Clinician in Penticton. The role includes supporting substance use counseling and providing assessment and treatment for clients with complex needs. If you are a passionate mental health professional, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a supportive work environment that prioritizes psychological health and growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and attractive remuneration package

Career Growth

Employer paid training/education

Employer paid vacation

Employer paid insurance premiums

Extended Health & Dental coverage

Contribution to Municipal Pension Plan

Balanced lifestyle

Qualifications

• Mental health professional with experience in individual and group counseling for substance use.
• Experienced in providing urgent response and treatment for complex clients.
• Possesses skills in care coordination and knowledge of a variety of treatment modalities.

Responsibilities

• Providing individual and group counseling for people with moderate to severe substance use.
• Ensuring timely, evidence-based treatment for clients with concurrent disorders.
• Functioning as a primary clinician utilizing specialized treatment modalities.

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 Penticton Health Centre. This relief position is until the return of the incumbent.

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?

This position supports the Adult Substance Use Counselling team. They provide individual and group counselling for people with moderate to severe substance use with or without mental health concerns and may require outreach type service and intermittent case management.

The Substance Use Clinician functions as a member of the larger Hospitals & Communities Integrated Services (HCIS) health care team and as a member of a specific MHSU multi-disciplinary team whose purpose is to ensure that persons experiencing substance use problems/disorders or concurrent substance use and mental health problems have access to timely, responsive, evidence based treatment and clinical supports across the continuum of available services.

The Substance Use Clinician provides, at the advanced practice level, assessment, treatment, service coordination and, as required, urgent response to the most complex clients, frequently with co-occurring disorders, who may also have serious functional impairment in the domains of physical health and personal, family, financial, occupational, and social life. The Substance Use Clinician functions as a primary clinician utilizing a variety of specialized treatment modalities/therapies for individuals, groups of clients and/or their families.

Scheduling Information

Shift times are from 08:30 to 16:30 hours. Shift types are days and days of work are Monday to Friday.

How you will make an impact?

Joining our IH team presents an opportunity for you to not only advance your professional journey but also to make a tangible impact within our organization and the broader community we serve.

Your contributions will extend beyond the confines of the workplace, as you'll have the chance to immerse yourself in the vibrant community surrounding us. Whether it's engaging in local events, participating in volunteer opportunities, or simply enjoying the natural beauty of our surroundings, you'll find ample opportunities for personal growth and fulfillment outside of work.

By joining our IH team, you'll have the platform to leverage your skills and expertise for meaningful impact both professionally and personally. Your contributions will not only shape the future of our organization but also enrich the community, leaving a lasting legacy that extends far beyond the confines of the workplace.

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health... What we can do for you

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.

For a challenging, growth-oriented career in a beautiful natural setting where balanced lifestyle choices abound, come to Interior Health and join our quest to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the Province of B.C.

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