Rural Adult Mental Health Substance Use Clinician | Child & Youth

Interior Health; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health is seeking a dedicated Rural Adult Mental Health & Substance Use Clinician. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with Indigenous communities, providing holistic care through an Indigenous trauma-informed lens. You'll be part of a supportive environment that promotes professional growth and work-life balance. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous paid vacation, and comprehensive health coverage while making a real difference in the lives of individuals in the Northern Secwepemc territory. If you're passionate about mental health and community work, this position is for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Career Growth

Employer Paid Training

Generous Paid Vacation

Employer Paid Insurance

Extended Health & Dental Coverage

Municipal Pension Plan

Flexible Work Culture

Qualifications

• Masters degree in an Allied Health, Behavioural, or Social Science field.
• Two years’ recent experience in mental health and substance use.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally appropriate services to Indigenous communities.
• Conduct assessments, reports, and deliver person-centered care.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Counseling Skills

Human-Centered Approach

Experience with Indigenous Populations

Understanding Colonial Impacts

Education

Masters Degree in Allied Health

Masters Degree in Behavioural Science

Masters Degree in Social Science

Job description

Position Summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced Rural Adult Mental Health & Substance Use (MHSU) Clinician to join the Child & Youth Mental Health Substance Use team for a permanent full-time position based at the Williams Lake Mental Health Centre in Williams Lake, B.C.

This is a unique opportunity to work with Indigenous communities and wellness through an Indigenous lens. The position is integrated with Three Corners Health Services Society and involves regular outreach to Indigenous communities in the N. Secwepemc territory.

What we offer:

1. Competitive salary and remuneration package: We offer a highly competitive salary aligned with industry standards, ensuring fair compensation for your skills and contributions.
2. Career Growth: Supportive environment with pathways for professional development, skill enhancement, and leadership growth.
3. Employer paid training/education: Investment in your professional development through in-house courses relevant to your role.
4. Employer paid vacation: Generous paid vacation in accordance with the collective agreement for work-life balance.
5. Employer paid insurance premiums: Coverage for life, disability, and extended health insurance plans.
6. Extended Health & Dental coverage: Comprehensive plans including medications, vision, dental, and treatments.
7. Municipal Pension Plan: Contributions towards a secure financial future.
8. Balanced lifestyle: Culture promoting flexibility, mental wellness, and personal time.

What will you work on?

The Child & Youth Mental Health clinician will provide culturally appropriate services to clients within the Northern Secwepemc First Nation communities, including assessments, reports, and culturally sensitive client care. The focus is on holistic, person-centered MHSU care, delivered through an Indigenous trauma-informed lens.

The Substance Use Clinician provides assessment, treatment, service coordination, and urgent response for complex clients, often with co-occurring disorders, functioning across physical health, personal, family, financial, occupational, and social domains.

Scheduling Information:

Monday to Friday, 08:30-16:30, with weekends and statutory holidays off.

Who are we looking for?

Strong assessment and counseling skills, human-centered approach, experience with Indigenous populations and community work are assets. Understanding colonial impacts on mental health and substance use is also an asset. If you are a motivated, interpersonal, and experienced clinician seeking a long-term role in a small-town setting, consider applying.

About this location/unit

The purpose of Interior Health’s Mental Health & Substance Use Services is to promote good mental health through sustainable practices. Check out our Community Flat Sheet: Williams Lake!

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health:

We support growth, clinical skill development, psychological health & safety, and work-life balance. Join us and discover why we’re one of Canada’s top 100 employers. Explore our benefits, career opportunities, and the beautiful region of Williams Lake. Join our team today!

Qualifications

Masters degree in an Allied Health, Behavioural, or Social Science field from an accredited institution. Two years’ recent experience in mental health and substance use or equivalent. Valid BC Class V driver’s license.

Application Instructions:

Upload your resume, cover letter (indicate if relocating), and a copy of your Master’s Degree.