Mental Health and Substance Use Clinician | Youth Intensive Case Management

Interior Health Authority; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Cranbrook, Alberta, is seeking a Mental Health and Substance Use Clinician to join their Youth Intensive Case Management team. This role involves providing case management and treatment for youth facing mental health and substance use challenges. Ideal candidates will have experience with adolescents and be skilled in crisis intervention and Motivational Interviewing. Offering competitive compensation and a supportive work environment, this position emphasizes professional growth and community impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Employer paid training

Balanced lifestyle

Extended Health & Dental coverage

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with youth in a mental health context.
• Trained in Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills.
• Strong understanding of substance use effects on adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management for high-risk youth with substance use issues.
• Coordinate urgent responses for complex clients with co-occurring disorders.
• Utilize specialized treatment modalities for individuals and groups.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Group facilitation

Suicide risk assessment

Adolescent development understanding

Job description

We have a relief full time opportunity for a Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Clinician to join our high functioning MHSU Youth Intensive Case Management (YICM) team at the Cranbrook Mental Health Substance Use Unit in beautiful Cranbrook, B.C. 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
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended Health & Dental coverage
• Contribution to Municipal Pension Plan
• Balanced lifestyle

Who are we looking for?

The clinician will have a strong understanding of substance use and its effects, adolescent cognitive, social, emotional, interpersonal development, and is trained to utilize Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills, group facilitation techniques, experiential education techniques, crisis intervention, and suicide risk assessment and intervention.

What Will You Work On?

This position is part of the Youth Intensive Case Management team. This team is interdisciplinary and will provide case management in accordance with the guidelines for high risk youth problematic substance use, concurrent disorders and/or mental illness. The team will also work closely with partners across the community to provide wrap‑around services for clients. Previous experience working directly with youth and community MHSU is required. 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 17:00 hours and shift types are days. Days of work are Monday to Saturday.

How Will You Create 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. 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.

How Will We Help You Grow?

In addition to the comprehensive orientation tailored to your specific needs, we offer immediate support and access to a team of exceptional colleagues who are dedicated to your success. You’ll have the opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary environment where patients are truly at the center of care. This collaborative approach ensures that you’ll have the resources and support necessary to deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care. Additionally, working alongside professionals from diverse backgrounds fosters a rich learning experience and encourages innovation as you collaborate to address the unique needs of each individual patient. Our commitment to putting patients first ensures that you’ll be part of a team that is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

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. Come live, work and play where others only vacation. Make a difference. Love your work. Apply today!