Mental Health and Substance Use Clinician | Access Central

Interior Health Authority; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare organization in Kelowna is seeking a permanent part-time Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Clinician to support access to substance use services. The role involves assessment and treatment for clients experiencing substance use problems, contributing to a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have experience in mental health care and a related degree. Join a supportive environment that values growth and a balanced lifestyle.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Employer-paid training

Employer-paid vacation

Extended health and dental coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in mental health or substance use services.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment for clients with substance use issues.
• Coordinate care for complex clients with co-occurring disorders.
• Utilize evidence-based treatment modalities.

Skills

Experience in mental health care

Knowledge of substance use treatment

Strong assessment and treatment skills

Cultural competence

Education

Degree in psychology, social work, or related field

Job description

We are currently looking for a permanent part-time (0.42 FTE) Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Clinician to join the Mental Health and Substance Use Access Central team based out of the Kelowna Community Health & Services centre in Kelowna, B.C.

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.

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 Municipal Pension Plan
• Balanced lifestyle

Who are we looking for?

The MHSU Substance Use Clinician supports Access Central, a new regional virtual service delivered by a centralized interdisciplinary team based in Kelowna. This position supports regional, coordinated access to substance use bed-based services, including treatment, transition, stabilization, and supportive recovery.

What will you work on?

The Substance Use Clinician functions as a member of the Hospitals & Communities Integrated Services (HCIS) healthcare team and a specific MHSU multidisciplinary team. The role ensures that individuals experiencing substance use problems or co-occurring disorders have access to timely, evidence-based treatment and clinical supports across the continuum of services.

The clinician provides assessment, treatment, service coordination, and urgent response for complex clients, often with co-occurring disorders and serious functional impairments across physical health, personal, family, financial, occupational, and social domains. The role involves utilizing a variety of specialized treatment modalities for individuals, groups, and families.

Scheduling Information

Shifts are days from 09:00 to 17:00 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. 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!