SPO MH 24 - CYMH Clinician

The Team
The Courtenay Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) Team is a diverse and experienced group of professionals dedicated to supporting the mental health and well-being of children, teens, and their families. Our team consists of 10 clinicians and one psychologist, each bringing a range of expertise, including early years specialists, adolescent-focused practitioners, high-risk outreach, specialized intake/brief therapy, and the capacity for psychological assessments. As an established and highly respected team, we work with some of the most complex mental health cases in the Comox Valley. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and our team is known for its kindness, mutual support, and deep knowledge base, ensuring that we provide exceptional care to our clients.

The Role
As a CYMH Clinician, you will work directly with children and families, creating assessment and treatment plans for those with moderate to severe mental health challenges. Your responsibilities will include providing individual and group counseling, and collaborating with contracted psychiatry when necessary. This role has a significant impact on the lives of the children and families we serve, as we are known for offering timely care and receiving positive feedback from both families and the community. Joining our team provides a unique opportunity to contribute your skills while also learning from a supportive, experienced team committed to your professional growth.

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 (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.
• 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 (2) 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 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 Julie.Kochanuk@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
There are 2 vacancies available, both based in Courtenay:

• One (1) regular full time;
• One (1) temporary full time opportunity until March 31, 2025, that may be extended or may become permanent. Board and lodging and relocation expenses do not apply.

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
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.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. 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 required: 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 basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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