Lp 5a

Posting Title
- LP 5A - CYMH Clinician (Psychologist)
- Position Classification
- Licensed Psychologist 5A
- Union
- PEA
- Work Options
- Hybrid
- Location
- Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Princeton, BC V0X 1W0 CA
- Salary Range
- $92,055.05 - $117,359.32 annually
- Close Date
- 1/16/2025
- Job Type
- Regular Full Time
- Temporary End Date
- Ministry/Organization
- BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development
- Ministry Branch / Division
- Service Delivery, SDA 13 - Interior East Kootenay/SDA 12 - Okanagan West Kootenays
- Job Summary

**The Team**
The Kamloops Rural Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) team is a welcoming and collaborative group of professionals dedicated to supporting the mental health of children, youth, and families in the rural areas surrounding Kamloops. Established two years ago, this team includes five experienced Clinicians, one Support Worker, and a Team Leader, all working together to serve a large and diverse geographic region. Partnering closely with local schools, Ministry Social Workers, and community agencies, the team plays a vital role in improving access to mental health resources for remote communities. This is a supportive and innovative environment where your contributions truly make a difference.

**The Role**
The Clinician provides mental health services to children, youth, and families in rural communities, offering critical supports like intake, therapy, treatment planning, and risk assessments. As a key member of the new Integrated Child and Youth (ICY) team in School District 58, you’ll collaborate closely with the health authority and the school district to deliver wraparound, accessible mental health supports. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys creative problem-solving, and values building meaningful community relationships. With a supportive team and diverse experiences, you’ll grow your expertise while making a tangible difference in the lives of young people and their families.

**Qualifications**:
**Education and Experience Requirements**
- Ph.D. in Clinical/Applied Psychology, Counselling Psychology, OR PsyD, AND *registered with, or eligible for, registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC).
- Note: If you are registered as a Psychologist in another province, equivalencies for out of province applicants may be considered by the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC). Please contact the association for registration requirements in BC.
- 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.
- Completion of a psychological pre-or post-doctoral internship of 1600 hours in a child and youth mental health or hospital setting with specialization in formal psychological assessment, diagnoses and treatment of mental health disorders.
- Experience in clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology.
- 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.

**About this Position**:
There are two (2) Regular Full Time positions available. One (1) in Merritt and one (1) in Princeton.
To learn more about these B.C communities you can click on the Hello BC link here
This position is also posted as a SPO MH 24 under REQ 117894 and a Nurse 7 under REQ 118129.
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.

Working for BC Public Service offers a competitive salary, diverse work environment, a healthy work/life balance, and excellent benefits. In addition to the base salary for Professional Employee Association membe