SPO MH 24 – CYMH Clinician

Province of British Columbia; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Burnaby seeks a Child and Youth Mental Health Clinician to provide direct clinical services for children and youth. The role involves collaborating with various professionals and using a flexible approach across different environments. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Counseling or a related field and at least one year of experience in mental health services.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Counseling, Social Work or comparable graduate degree required.
• Minimum of 1 year full-time experience providing mental health services.
• Preference for applicants with Indigenous heritage.

Responsibilities

• Support mental wellness through clinical services like assessment and treatment.
• Collaborate with various professionals to deliver care.
• Work flexibility across multiple environments, including homes and schools.

Skills

Experience working with children and youth

Crisis intervention skills

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Masters degree in Counseling or related field

Job description

Overview

Description

The Team

North East Frasers CYMH teams are passionate community-focused professionals who deliver mental health services in fast-paced and diverse urban environments. We work alongside school districts health partners and Indigenous service providers to offer responsive and coordinated care for children and youth experiencing mental health challenges.

Our team culture is grounded in mutual respect clinical excellence and a strong belief in collaborationboth within our teams and with our partners.

The Role

As a Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) Clinician youll support the mental wellness of children youth and families through direct clinical services such as intake assessment treatment suicide risk assessment safety planning and crisis intervention for ages 018. Working flexibly across homes schools communities and offices youll collaborate with professionals including educators healthcare providers Indigenous service organizations and community agencies to deliver holistic care. This role is ideal for those who value meaningful client relationships teamwork and lifelong learning. To learn more about the role and what its like to be part of our CYMH teams we invite you to watch our short Child and Youth Mental Healthvideo.

We currently have vacancies in the following locations(For more information about a specific location click on the community name) :

Burnaby New Westminster Port Coquitlam Port Moody and Coquitlam

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Counselling Social Work Educational Counselling Clinical Counselling Clinical Psychology or Child and Youth Care or comparable graduate degree at the Masters level in a similar subject may be considered.

NOTE: If your degree was obtained outside of Canada you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES).

• Minimum of 1 year full-time equivalent experience working with children and youth and their families with responsibility for providing a wide range of community based mental health services.
• Preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as having an Indigenous heritage (First Nations Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.
• Preference may be given to applicants with 2 years of experience working with children and youth and their families with responsibility for providing a wide range of community based mental health services.

Willingness Statements / Provisos

• You must possess and maintain a valid B.C. Class 5 drivers license (note - if you currently have a valid drivers license in Canada and if you are the successful applicant you must acquire a valid B.C. Class 5 drivers license immediately).
• May be required to work evening / weekends.
• May be required to travel to remote locations.
• May be required to use own vehicle on an expense account basis.
• May be required to work with families and children and youth who are distressed and facing challenges which may occasionally involve exposure to unpleasant situations or behaviour with angry abusive or abused clients; exposure to hazards from frequently working around parents and / or children in crisis who may display volatile behaviour.

About this Position

There is one (1) full time permanent opportunity available in Burnaby one (1) full time permanent opportunity available in New Westminster one (1) full time permanent opportunity available in the Tri-cities (Port Coquitlam Port Moody and Coquitlam) and one (1) full time permanent float opportunity for the posted locations.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanentand / or temporary vacancies. Temporary offers made from the eligibility list may become permanent.

Any temporary opportunities from this competition may be shortened extended or become permanent.

The list of locations on the posting are not exhaustive and the e-list may be used to fill other locations within the North East Fraser Service Delivery Area (SDA).

Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position but at a lower classification.

Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work a hybrid schedule as per the Telework Agreement upon discussion with supervisor.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA)will berequired.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations status or non-status Métis or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge skills abilities competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO- Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES- A resume is required as part of your application however it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES- You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Find more information on the recruitment process including helpful tips and videos about the application process visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

Applications will be accepted until 11 : 00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1

Salary

Salary : 85563 - 97633