SPO MH 24R- Integrated Practice Clinician

Government of British Columbia; Delta; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in Delta, Canada is seeking an Integrated Practice Clinician specializing in child and youth mental health. The ideal candidate will engage community teams in providing mental health services and support. A Master's degree and relevant experience are required. This role offers flexible work options and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Training and professional development

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Masters level degree in relevant fields is mandatory.
• Minimum one year experience with children and families.
• Valid class 5 BC Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Engage community care teams in collaborative treatment efforts.
• Provide a wide range of community-based mental health services.
• Mitigate impact of trauma and adverse experiences.

Skills

Working with children and youth

Community based mental health services

Trauma-informed care

Neurodevelopmental approach

Attachment focused modalities

Education

Masters in Counselling or comparable graduate degree

Job description

The Team
MCFD’s community-based Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) team is a dedicated group of experienced clinicians and a supportive team leaders. Together, we bring energy, expertise, and a commitment to knowledge-sharing, working alongside families and community partners to deliver wrap-around support for children, youth, and their families. We provide a welcoming and respectful environment with regular opportunities for training and clinical discussions, empowering each team member to grow in their practice. Join us in our shared mission to foster wellness in the community through collaboration and mutual respect.

The Role
The Integrated Practice position within Child and Youth Mental Health works specifically with children, youth and families that are involved with MCFD’s teams such as child protection intake, family service, guardianship, and adoptions teams. Through a neurodevelopmental and trauma informed approach the Integrated Practice Clinician engages the community care teams of children, youth and families in a collaborative treatment effort to help mitigate the impact of abuse, trauma, neglect, violence and other adverse childhood experiences on their well-being and help increase their care environment and relationship and relational stability.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Masters 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.
• Minimum of one 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.
• 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.
• Completion of training in the CCI (Complex Care Intervention) Certification Program and/or experience in implementing it; completion or in process of completion of the graduate certificate program in Complex Trauma from the Justice Institute of British Columbia; training and experience in Attachment, Regulation, Competency (ARC) Framework; and/or Neurosequeitnial Model of Therapeutics.
• Completion of training and/or experience in attachment focused modalities such as Filial Therapy, Circle of Security, Parent-Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT), Connect Attachment Program, Theraplay and/or similar therapeutic approaches.
• Experience working with children, youth, and their families impacted by complex developmental trauma in collaboration with community partners.
• Training and experience working with clients in early childhood.
• Experience providing consultation and support for care teams working with children and youth impacted by child protection concerns.
• Experience providing a variety of outreach and community support and interventions.
• Applicants who self-identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit with the required combination of education and experience.

Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of willingness/proviso requirements.

For questions regarding this position, please [e-mail].

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available, this position may be able to work up to one day at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and temporary vacancies.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
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 adiverse workplaceto 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.

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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- Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES- You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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