SPO MH 24 - (CYMH) Mental Health Clinician

Posting Title

SPO MH 24 - (CYMH) Mental Health Clinician

Position Classification

Social Prog Off (CYMH) R24

Union

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

North Vancouver, BC V7P 3M7 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$85,563.25 - $97,633.20 annually which includes a 4-grid Temporary Market Adjustment*

Close Date

11 / 14 / 2024

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry / Organization

BC Public Service ->

Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

RZE-North Shore Mental Health

Job Summary

The Team

Our North Shore CYMH team is a blend of experience and fresh perspectives, with 13 dedicated clinicians and 2 supportive team leaders.

We work closely with community partners like school counsellors, teachers, youth workers, and social workers, providing wraparound support for children, youth, and their families.

Together, we're making a meaningful impact by helping families build skills to better manage mental health challenges and guiding them to additional resources for long-term wellbeing.

The collaborative spirit of this team shines in our shared commitment to every family's journey to wellness.

The Role

As a Mental Health Clinician on our team, you'll play a vital role in leading impactful workshops like Circle of Security, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy, ADHD Parent / Caregiver groups, and Connect Parent.

Your work directly improves the mental health and functioning of children and youth, creating a meaningful difference for families.

With the support of a collaborative team and opportunities for ongoing training and clinical discussions, you'll continuously grow in your practice and bring valuable insights to the community.

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.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (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 contact [email protected]

About this Position :

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 1 day at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

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

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

Security Screening Wording (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 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.

With over 200 different occupations available in 280 communities across the province, we offer exciting opportunities for your career.

Come be a part of the BC Public Service, a Top 100 Employer that embraces diversity, health and career growth. For more information, please see What We Offer .

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 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.

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.

Job Category

Social Services

Additional Information