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Psychiatrist, Assertive Community Treatment - Outreach & Support

Vancouver Coastal Health

Vancouver

On-site

CAD 200,000 - 250,000

Part time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health authority as an Assertive Community Treatment Psychiatrist, where your expertise will make a significant impact on the lives of individuals facing complex mental health challenges. This role involves providing specialized community treatment and rehabilitation, collaborating with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, and engaging in meaningful outreach across diverse settings. With a commitment to innovation and excellence in patient care, this opportunity offers a chance to thrive in a supportive environment that values teamwork and professional growth. Embrace the chance to enhance your career while making a real difference in the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits package
Employer-paid training and leadership development
Wellness supports for employees and families
Award-winning recognition programs

Qualifications

  • Provisional or unrestricted medical license from CPSBC required.
  • Fellowship eligibility in psychiatry from the Royal College of Physicians of Canada.

Responsibilities

  • Support clients with complex mental health needs in various community settings.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide quality care.

Skills

Community Psychiatry
Complex Case Management
Patient Welfare

Education

Medical Degree
Fellowship in Psychiatry
Clinical Faculty Appointment

Tools

Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Job description

Salary

Please refer to the information below for details regarding salary.

Job Summary

Job Title: Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Psychiatrist

Work Site: Vancouver, BC – Multiple Locations

Status: Permanent - Part Time (0.7 FTE)

Start Date: To be mutually agreed upon

Compensation Type: Combination

Come work as an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Psychiatrist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

As one of British Columbia's six regional health authorities, VCH is a world-class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to over one million BC residents with more than 13,500 full-time staff and over $3 billion in funding.

Our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team provides specialized, community treatment and rehabilitation for clients with mental disorders and substance use, employing over 100 psychiatrists across multiple sites.

As an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Psychiatrist with Vancouver Coastal Health, you will:

  • Support clients in the community who exhibit complex mental health needs and high levels of comorbidity (substance use disorders, general health problems and/or significant risk of aggression). The work is fast-paced, exciting, and intense.
  • Be involved with significant outreach, both independently and with clinical colleagues in various settings, including private residences, SROs, shelters, corrections offices, jail, and public areas.
  • Partner with teams of Nurses, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Health Care Workers, Peer Specialists, GPs, Concurrent Disorders Clinicians, and law enforcement to provide quality care.
Qualifications

Education, Licensing, & Experience:

  • Provisional OR unrestricted license to practice medicine from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC (CPSBC).
  • Eligibility or active fellowship in psychiatry from the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC).
  • Eligibility or current appointment as clinical faculty with University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine.
  • Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) – Mandatory

Knowledge & Abilities:

  • Experience managing complex cases or supporting vulnerable populations and familiarity with principles of Community Psychiatry with a passion for patient welfare.
  • Understand the importance of delivering high-quality care in the context of complex health care systems and the value of a cohesive team environment.
Closing Statement

Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Khuushali Raja, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: medstaffcareers@vch.ca or click “Apply Now.”

Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world-class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve, and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

  • Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental, and municipal pension plan
  • Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
  • Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
  • Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff, and volunteers

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams, and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

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