Mental Health and Substance Use Crisis Response Clinician | RCMP Liaison

Interior Health Authority; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is looking for a dedicated Mental Health and Substance Use Crisis Response Clinician to join their vibrant team in Cranbrook. This full-time relief position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals facing acute mental health challenges. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, providing essential assessment and treatment services while ensuring clients receive timely and effective support. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle in a welcoming community, with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about community service and mental health, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Employer-Paid Training

Employer-Paid Vacation

Extended Health and Dental Coverage

Contribution to Municipal Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in counselling and group facilitation is essential.
• Understanding of mental health issues and concurrent disorders is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment, and service coordination for complex clients.
• Utilize specialized treatment modalities for individuals and groups.

Skills

Counselling Experience

Group Facilitation

Knowledge of Mental Health & Substance Use

Understanding of Concurrent Disorders

Knowledge of Indigenous Communities

Education

Degree in Psychology or Social Work

Certification in Mental Health

Job description

A relief full-time opportunity exists for a Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Crisis Response Clinician | RCMP Liaison to join the welcoming Mental Health Substance Use team at the Rocky Mountain Lodge in Cranbrook, B.C. This relief position is until the return of the incumbent.

Interior Health and our partner agencies provide a range of mental health and substance use services for all ages. We strive to ensure our services are welcoming of all peoples, gender identities, cultures, ethnicities, and backgrounds.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a self-directed candidate with past and/or current counselling experience, group facilitation experience, good working knowledge and experience in Mental Health & Substance Use, and general competency in concurrent disorders. The successful candidate will have extensive understanding and knowledge of the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of clients, their families, and communities. Knowledge of Indigenous communities and resources, especially those in the Kootenay areas, is highly desirable.

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
• A balanced lifestyle

What will you work on?

The Counselling & Treatment Clinician functions as a member of the larger Hospitals & Communities Integrated Services (HCIS) healthcare team and as part of a specific MHSU multidisciplinary team. The team’s purpose is to ensure that individuals with serious acute mental health problems and/or problematic substance use issues have access to timely, responsive, evidence-based short-term treatment and clinical supports across the continuum of services.

The Clinician provides, at an advanced practice level, assessment, treatment, service coordination, and urgent response to complex clients, often with co-occurring disorders and serious functional impairments across physical health, personal, family, financial, occupational, and social domains.

The Clinician utilizes a variety of specialized treatment modalities and therapies for individuals, groups, and families.

Scheduling Information

Shift times are from 08:30 to 16:30 hours.

How will you create an impact?

Joining our IH team offers a professional challenge and the opportunity to enjoy personal pursuits within this vibrant community.

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

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

We aim to create an environment where you enjoy your work, your workplace, and your colleagues. If you are an experienced mental health professional passionate about community service, apply today!