Eating Disorder Clinician
3 weeks ago
Overview In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Working in the community setting and as a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Eating Disorder Clinician provides therapeutic counseling to individuals living with eating disorders and weight preoccupation and their caregivers/families; facilitates support groups; and promotes community awareness. Qualifications Master's Degree in Social Work, Clinical Counselling or other health related discipline from an approved post-secondary institution; and Post basic education in the area of clinical counseling; and Knowledge of available eating disorder services, their interrelationships, and their function in delivering care in the community; and Knowledge of applicable legislation such as the Mental Health Act; and Two (2) years recent related experience working with eating disorder clients; and Eligible for registration with the appropriate Health Regulatory College and/or licensing body; and Valid BC Driver's License. An equivalent level of education, training and experience may be considered. Skills And Abilities Demonstrated specialized knowledge and training in current practices of eating disorder treatment across the age spectrum. Demonstrated knowledge of evidence based eating disorder intervention strategies for children, youth, families and adults. Demonstrated ability to undertake client assessments utilizing mental health and eating disorders standardized tools. Demonstrated therapeutic skills in the areas of case management, individual and group therapy with children, youth and adults with various mental health disorders including eating disorders. Demonstrated ability to connect and collaborate with medical professionals, multidisciplinary team members and tertiary centers around treatment of clients with eating disorders. Knowledge of the physiological impact and medical risks associated with eating disorders. Ability to make effective referrals, reflecting in-depth knowledge of community resources and strong collaborative skills in working with community partners. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Demonstrate sound organizational, problem solving and teaching skills Demonstrate sound judgment, good observation and client assessment skills, tact and empathy Demonstrate tact and empathy Ability to provide culturally sensitive care and services Ability to respect client's rights, values and preferences Knowledge of non-violent crisis intervention Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative, with limited supervision Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team Ability to promote positive change and independence Ability to prioritize and organize Ability to physically carry out the duties of the position Ability to demonstrate self awareness, social awareness and empathy in high stress situations Ability to operate a personal computer with a variety of windows based software Ability to foster good public relations Ability to operate related equipment #J-18808-Ljbffr
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