Perinatal Clinician

Carrier Sekani Family Services; Prince George; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a Perinatal Clinician to provide essential health and social services tailored to families in First Nation communities. This role emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed and evidence-based practices, ensuring seamless transitions between different care settings. The clinician will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to clinical education, making a significant impact on maternal and child health. Join a dedicated team that values compassion, responsibility, and integrity while enjoying the natural beauty of northern British Columbia. This opportunity offers a fulfilling career path with a supportive work environment focused on professional growth and community engagement.

Benefits

Flexible time off options

Municipal Pension Plan

Extended health and dental benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Counseling or related field required.
• Experience in maternal child health and mental health is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored health and social services to families.
• Collaborate in clinical service delivery and education strategies.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Evidence-informed practice

Collaboration

Maternal child health

Mental health

Education

Graduate degree in Counseling

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

Registration with BC College of Nursing Professionals

Job description

Career Opportunity: Perinatal Clinician

Location: Prince George, British Columbia

Employment Type: Full-Time, 35 hours per week

Practice Differently with Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS): CSFS is an innovative and progressive leader in Indigenous health and family services where culture is at the centre of everything we do. Since our beginnings in the late 1980s, CSFS has grown to over 475 employees providing services to 11 member Nations. Discover what it means to practice differently, as you enjoy unique experiences, close connections with communities, as well as the natural wonders of northern BC while you work.

The Opportunity: The Perinatal Clinician is responsible for providing a tailored blend of health and social services within the context of a family’s lifestyle and the environment.

• Establish evidence informed, trauma informed approaches for transitions between community, acute care and primary health care services and supports.
• Provide services to clients supported by evidence, research and multidiscipline expertise on the wide range of health, social, and program specific issues related to health care services within First Nation communities and CSFS clinics.
• Collaborate in clinical service delivery and a clinical education strategy utilizing a variety of teaching methods.

What You Will Bring To The Role:

• Graduate degree in Counseling, or a closely related field; or
• Registration with BC College of Nursing Professionals as a practicing RN with advanced preparation in a Psychiatric or Perinatal clinical specialty. Current Fetal Health Surveillance course and/or an equivalent combination of education & experience; or
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Nursing or closely related field and at least three years of experience working with maternal child health, mental health with an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience may be considered.

At CSFS, we understand that knowledge and experience may come from a variety of sources and encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not align perfectly with the qualifications listed above.

The Location:
Prince George sits on the traditional lands of the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation and is the largest city in northern B.C. It is a community that includes the renowned University of Northern B.C. and the College of New Caledonia, affordable housing, complemented by an international airport. Prince George offers unparalleled access to outdoor recreation that contributes to the city's high quality of life and standards of living. The Fraser and Nechako rivers are focal points of an extensive park and trail system of more than 100 parks. Enjoy opportunities for year-round outdoor activities from camping to snowshoeing. Learn more about Prince George at https://tourismpg.com/.

What CSFS Team Members Are Saying:

• We live by our organization’s values of Responsibility, Compassion, Honesty, Integrity, Trust and Respect while caring and advocating for vulnerable people.
• Supported to pursue lifelong learning, professional development and recognition for your contribution.
• Recognize the value of Carrier Sekani Knowledge holders and language speakers.

Wage Range: The target hiring range for this position is $42.4463 to $54.9691 per hour. Candidates will typically be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the wage range. Placement within the wage range is dependent on the applicants’ role specific knowledge, skills, abilities, related experience and in consideration of factors such as market conditions and internal equity.

Total Rewards: In addition to base salary, CSFS offers an excellent compensation package. It features unique, generous, flexible time off options promoting work-life-family balance, Municipal Pension Plan (defined benefit with an employer contribution of 9.31% after eligibility period), as well as extended health and dental benefits. At CSFS, we believe in investing in our employees through meaningful educational and professional development opportunities.

Hurry and Apply Now! Go to www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to apply. Applications will only be received and accepted through our online recruitment system.

Deadline to Apply: May 6, 2025. Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity, what skills and experience you will bring, and how your qualifications will make you successful in this role.

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] and we’ll collaborate with you to address your requirements.