Mental Health Clinician

3 weeks ago


Nanaimo, Canada Island Health Full time

**Job Description**:
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Working in the community setting as a member of a multidisciplinary care team, the Mental Health Clinician provides assessment, intake, intervention, treatment, consultation and referral for clients experiencing mental health problems and their caregivers/families.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education, Training And Experience**:
Masters Degree in a health related discipline from an approved post-secondary institution; Recognised post basic education related to mental illness; Four (4) years recent related experience;A significant understanding of mental health issues; Knowledge of applicable legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and the Guardianship Act; Knowledge of available programs, their interrelationships, and their function in delivering care in the community to persons with mental illnesses; Knowledge of mental health assessments, treatment methodologies, intervention strategies, the change process, and community dynamics; or An equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's License.

**Skills And Abilities**:

- Demonstrate competence congruent with the care and treatment of mental illness;
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Deal with others effectively
- Sound organizational, problem solving and teaching skills
- Sound judgment, good observation and client assessment skills, tact and empathy
- Work independently, demonstrating initiative, with limited supervision
- Work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Promote positive change and independence
- Prioritize and organize client demands made and care needs
- Physically and emotionally carry out the duties of the position
- Operate a personal computer with a variety of Windows-based software
- Foster good public relations
- Operate related equipment
- Maintain a commitment to continued professional development as required by the employer
- Use personal vehicle

**Job Requirements**:


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