ADULT MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTIONS CLINICIAN

Position Summary Are you an Adult Mental Health and Addictions Clinician looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Adult Psychiatry department. Under the direction and supervision of the Team Leader of the Adult Psychiatry Unit, as part of the multidisciplinary team, the Mental Health and Addictions Clinician works with persons admitted to the Adult Psychiatry Unit for Acute treatment of Mental Health and Addiction issues. As part of the multidisciplinary team, through assessment and monitoring of each client, the Mental Health and Addictions Clinician develops and implements a plan of personal care and intervention to assist the client in managing the symptoms of their illness. Thereby the client can return to the community, and connect with appropriate follow up services. Prince Rupert Prince Rupert is a marine-based port city with one-of-a-kind wilderness exploration and wildlife viewing experiences on northwest BC’s Pacific Coast. It’s also a popular stop on various Alaskan cruises. Located 721 km (447 miles) west of Prince George on Highway 16, Prince Rupert is the land, air, and water transportation hub of British Columbia’s North Coast, and home to 13,500 people. The city sits at the mouth of the Skeena River, surrounded by Chatham Sound and many small, uninhabited islands. The area is perfect for exploring and discovering the fascinating history and customs of local First Nations people. Prince Rupert is recognized as one of the world’s largest and leading ports and port facility expansion in the area ensures a multitude of economic opportunities now and in the future. What Northern Health has to offer you Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits. Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions Employee referral program Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions. IMPORTANT NOTE: As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation: Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession) Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include: Program certificates or diplomas High school/college/university transcripts etc. It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume. Are you an International Applicant? Before Applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page. Qualfications Bachelor’s degree in an Allied Health Discipline Two years experience in Mental Health and Addictions. CPR and Foodsafe Certification. Skills and Abilities: Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, families, members of the multidisciplinary team and the public. Ability to deal with others effectively. Ability to organize work and implement a plan of care. Ability to operate related equipment. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Who we are Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services. #J-18808-Ljbffr