Mental Health Counselor (220780)

Island Health; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Courtenay seeks a Mental Health Counselor to deliver assessment and treatment for mental health clients. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team, providing support and consultation to clients and their families. Applicants must have a Baccalaureate Degree in a health-related field and at least two years of relevant experience. A valid BC Driver's License is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recent related experience in mental health.
• Significant understanding of mental health issues.
• Valid BC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provide intake assessment and treatment for clients with mental health issues.
• Consult and refer clients and families.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary care team.

Skills

Competence in mental health care

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Judgment and assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in health-related discipline

Post-basic education related to mental illness

Job description

Description

In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Working in the community setting as a member of a multidisciplinary care team the Mental Health Counselor provides intake assessment intervention treatment consultation and referral for clients experiencing mental health problems and their caregivers / families.

Qualifications

Education Training And Experience

Baccalaureate Degree in a health related discipline from an approved post-secondary institution; Recognised post basic education related to mental illness; Two (2) years recent related experience; A significant understanding of mental health issues; Knowledge of applicable legislation such as the Mental Health Act and the Guardianship Act; Knowledge of available programs their interrelationships and their function in delivering care in the community to persons with mental illnesses; Knowledge of mental health assessments treatment methodologies intervention strategies the change process and community dynamics; or An equivalent combination of education training and experience. Valid BC Drivers License.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrate competence congruent with the care and treatment of mental illness;
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Deal with others effectively
• Sound organizational problem solving and teaching skills
• Sound judgment good observation and client assessment skills tact and empathy
• Work independently demonstrating initiative with limited supervision
• Work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Promote positive change and independence
• Prioritize and organize client demands made and care needs
• Physically and emotionally carry out the duties of the position
• Operate a personal computer with a variety of Windows-based software
• Foster good public relations
• Operate related equipment
• Maintain a commitment to continued professional development as required by the employer
• Use personal vehicle