Mental Health and Substance Use Crisis Response Clinician | RCMP Liaison

TN United Kingdom; Cranbrook; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mental Health and Substance Use Crisis Response Clinician to join their welcoming team in Cranbrook. This full-time role focuses on providing timely, evidence-based treatment and support for individuals facing serious mental health and substance use challenges. You will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring clients receive the necessary care across various services. Embrace the opportunity for career growth and professional development while contributing to the well-being of the community in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Career Growth Opportunities

Employer-Paid Training

Employer-Paid Vacation

Employer-Paid Insurance

Extended Health Coverage

Contribution to Pension Plan

Balanced Lifestyle

Qualifications

• Self-directed candidate with counseling and group facilitation experience.
• Extensive understanding of clients' physical, psychological, and social needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment, and service coordination for mental health issues.
• Utilize specialized treatment modalities for individuals, groups, and families.

Skills

Counseling Experience

Group Facilitation

Mental Health Knowledge

Substance Use Knowledge

Understanding of Concurrent Disorders

Knowledge of Indigenous Communities

Job description

Job Description:

A relief full-time opportunity exists for a Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Crisis Response Clinician | RCMP Liaison to join the welcoming Mental Health and Substance Use team at the Rocky Mountain Lodge in Cranbrook, B.C. This relief position is until the return of the incumbent.

Interior Health and our partner agencies provide a range of mental health and substance use services for all ages. We strive to ensure our services are welcoming of all peoples, gender identities, cultures, ethnicities, and backgrounds.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a self-directed candidate with past and/or current counselling experience, group facilitation experience, good working knowledge and experience in Mental Health & Substance Use, and general competency in concurrent disorders. The successful candidate will have extensive understanding and knowledge of the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of clients, their families, and communities. Knowledge of Indigenous communities and resources, especially in the Kootenay areas, is highly desirable.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and attractive remuneration package
• Career growth opportunities
• Employer-paid training and education
• Employer-paid vacation (per collective agreement)
• Employer-paid insurance premiums
• Extended health and dental coverage
• Contribution to Municipal Pension Plan
• Balanced lifestyle

What will you work on?

The Counselling & Treatment Clinician functions as a member of the Hospitals & Communities Integrated Services (HCIS) healthcare team and a specific MHSU multi-disciplinary team. The role ensures that individuals with serious acute mental health issues and/or problematic substance use have access to timely, evidence-based short-term treatment and clinical support across available services.

The Clinician provides assessment, treatment, service coordination, and urgent response at an advanced practice level, often working with clients with co-occurring disorders and serious functional impairments across various life domains.

The role involves utilizing specialized treatment modalities for individuals, groups, and families.

Scheduling Information:

Shift times are from 08:30 to 16:30 hours.

How will you create an impact?

Joining our IH team allows you to challenge yourself professionally while enjoying personal pursuits within this vibrant community.

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health... What we can do for you

We offer an environment conducive to growth, strong clinical skill development, and support for psychological health and safety. Our goal is to help you maintain a balanced lifestyle and enjoy your work, your workplace, and your colleagues. If you are an experienced mental health professional passionate about community service, apply today!