Mental Health and Substance Use Clinician | Outreach

Position Summary
We are currently looking for a relief full time Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Clinician to join the Mental Health and Substance Use Outreach team based out of the Kelowna Community Health & Services centre in Kelowna, B.C. This relief position is until the return of the incumbent.

What will you work on?

This position is part of our substance use counselling team providing individual and group therapy.

The MHSU Substance Use Clinician provides, at the advanced practice level, assessment, treatment, service coordination and, as required, urgent response to the most complex clients, frequently with co-occurring disorders, who may also have serious functional impairment in the domains of physical health and personal, family, financial, occupational, and social life. The MHSU Substance Use Clinician functions as a primary clinician utilizing a variety of specialized treatment modalities/therapies for individuals, groups of clients and/or their families.

Scheduling Information

Shift times and days of work are from Monday to Friday and shift times are from 10:00 to 18:00 hours.

How you will make an impact?

The MHSU Substance Use Clinician makes a significant impact by providing timely, evidence-based care and support to individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. They offer personalized treatment, coordinate services across a continuum, and respond to crises, helping clients improve their physical health, relationships, and overall quality of life. Through compassionate and tailored interventions, they empower clients to achieve long-term recovery and stability.

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

We offer a work environment conducive to growth and development of strong skills and a work environment that supports and promotes psychological health & safety for all. We offer the opportunity to have a balanced lifestyle that allows you to maintain the quality of life you desire.

If you are an experienced mental health professional and passionate about helping those in our community, apply today!

Qualfications
Education, Training and Experience:

• Masters degree from an accredited educational institution in an Allied Health, Behavioural, or Social Science field relevant to the position.
• Two years’ recent related experience in an alcohol and drug treatment environment or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current valid B.C. driver’s license.

As part of your application, please ensure to:

• Upload your resume, cover letter (if Out of Province indicate if you are relocating to the area and when)
• Upload a copy of your Master’s Degree
• Upload copy of your Driver’s License (Class V)