SPO MH 24 - CYMH Clinician

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Victoria; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

The BC Public Service’s South Island High Risk Team is seeking a CYMH Clinician to assess, treat, and stabilize youth at acute risk. You will work with families, schools, and partners to deliver culturally safe, evidence-informed care in person in Victoria, BC.

Responsibilities include risk assessments, safety planning, individual/family/group interventions, and care coordination with a multidisciplinary network to support youth resilience and ongoing supports.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counselling, Social Work, Educational Counselling, Clinical Counselling, Clinical Psychology or Child and Youth Care (or comparable).
• International credential assessment may be required for degrees from outside Canada.
• Minimum of 1 year full-time equivalent experience with children, youth and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment, crisis intervention, and stabilization services for youth with acute suicide risk and complex mental health needs.
• Coordinate care with families, schools, health professionals, community partners, and ministry colleagues to support safety and resilience.

Education

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

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Posting Title

Position Classification

Union

GEU

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$44.19 - $50.34 hourly, plus a 4 Grid Market Adjustment*

Close Date

9/30/2026

Job Type

Regular Part Time

Temporary End Date

8/22/2027

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

Child and Youth Mental Health

The Team

The South Island High Risk Team provides specialized mental health support to youth experiencing acute suicide risk and helps families navigate some of their most challenging and vulnerable moments. As part of this established team, you will collaborate with a close-knit group of clinicians, a team leader, a contracted psychiatrist, schools, hospitals, community agencies, and other partners to deliver responsive, evidence-informed care. We value compassion, teamwork, and continuous learning, and we foster an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives, professional expertise, and respectful collaboration strengthen outcomes for youth, families, and communities across the South Island.

The Role

As a CYMH Clinician, you will provide assessment, treatment, crisis intervention, and stabilization services for youth experiencing acute suicide risk and other complex mental health concerns. You will complete mental health and suicide risk assessments, develop safety and treatment plans, deliver individual, family, and group interventions, and work closely with families, schools, health professionals, community partners, and ministry colleagues to coordinate care. Through this work, you will help youth regain safety, build resilience, and connect to ongoing supports while delivering culturally safe, inclusive services. This role suits clinicians who bring a calm, thoughtful, and collaborative approach to supporting vulnerable youth and families.

To learn more about the important work we do to support children, youth, and families, please view our short video Child and Youth Mental Health . It shares valuable insights and personal stories that highlight the impact you can have in this role.

Qualifications: Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s in Counselling, Social Work, Educational Counselling, Clinical Counselling, Clinical Psychology or Child and Youth Care or comparable graduate degree at the Master’s 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 ). You must provide a basic report by the closing date of this posting to be considered.

Related Experience may include:

• 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.

Please note

• Must possess and maintain a valid class 5 BC Driver’s license with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Two years or more experience working with children and youth and their families, with responsibility for providing a wide range of community based mental health services.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

About this Position:

This is a temporary opportunity until 8/22/2027. This position may be extended.

This position is part time (0.7 # FTE, 49 hours biweekly)

This position requires full-time, in-person work at the physical location listed.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.

Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments.

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

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 Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

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