Mental Health Therapist - Child & Youth

Carrier Sekani Family Services; Burns Lake; On-site; CAD 63,231 - 81,898; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time-off options

Municipal Pension Plan

Extended health and dental benefits

Job summary

Carrier Sekani Family Services is seeking a Mental Health Therapist to provide mental health services to children and youth within a cultural setting. The position is based in Burns Lake and may also involve work in Vanderhoof and Fort St. James.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree and be registered with a professional body, with at least two years of relevant experience. This full-time role includes a competitive wage along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Educational Counseling, or Clinical Psychology.
• Registered with the respective professional body.
• Two years of related experience providing mental health services.

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of mental health services to children and youth.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Community-based mental health services

Cultural competence

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Educational Counseling, or Clinical Psychology

Registered with professional body (CCPA, BCACC, BCASW, ICBOC, ACCT, CPCA)

Job description

Career Opportunity

Mental Health Therapist – Child and Youth

Location: Vanderhoof, Fort St. James, Takla Landing, or Burns Lake

Employment Type: Full-Time, 35 hours per week

Practice Differently

Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS) is an innovative and progressive leader in Indigenous health and family services where culture is at the centre of everything they do. Since the late 1980s CSFS has grown to over 545 employees providing services to 11 member Nations. Work at CSFS offers opportunities to engage with community partners and experience the natural wonders of northern BC.

Role Overview

As part of a multi-disciplinary team, the Mental Health Therapist provides a range of mental health services to children and youth within a First Nations cultural and socioeconomic setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Educational Counseling, or Clinical Psychology
• Registered with the respective professional body (CCPA, BCACC, BCASW, ICBOC, ACCT or CPCA)
• Two years of related experience providing a range of community-based mental health services

Location

Placements may be secured in Vanderhoof, Fort St. James, Takla Landing, or Burns Lake. Placement availability depends on current staffing levels, available funding, and community patient loads.

Wage Range

The target hiring range for this position is $45.90 to $59.45 per hour. Placement within the range depends on role‑specific knowledge, skills, abilities, related experience, and market conditions.

Total Rewards

In addition to base salary, CSFS offers a compensation package that includes flexible time‑off options promoting work‑life‑family balance, a Municipal Pension Plan (defined benefit with an employer contribution of 9.31% after the eligibility period), and extended health and dental benefits.

EEO & Accessibility

In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates with Aboriginal ancestry. CSFS is committed to ensuring accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team by email at [e-mail].

Application Deadline

Positions will remain open until filled.