Spo Mh 24

Posting Title- SPO MH 24 - Child & Youth Mental Health Clinician- Position Classification- Social Prog Off (CYMH) R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Duncan, BC V9L 6B1 CA (Primary)
- Salary Range- $85,563.25 - $97,633.20 annually which includes a 4 Grid Temporary Market Adjustment*- Close Date- 12/2/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- 1/6/2026- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development- Ministry Branch / Division- Child and Youth Mental Health- Job Summary**The Team**
The Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) Duncan team, is a compassionate and collaborative team dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families in the Cowichan Valley, including a small Eating Disorder Program and Indigenous Child and Youth Mental Health. Our team is comprised of a dedicated group or experienced clinicians, newer clinicians, a supportive Team Leader and two Child and Adolescent psychiatrists that combine to create a knowledgeable and skilled team. Together, we bring energy, expertise, and a commitment to knowledge-sharing, working alongside families and community partners to deliver wrap-around support for children, youth, and their families. We provide a welcoming and respectful environment with opportunities for training and clinical discussions, empowering each team member to grow in their practice. Join us in our shared mission to foster wellness in the community through collaboration and mutual respect.

**The Role**
As a CYMH Clinician on our team, you’ll play a vital role in providing direct clinical services including intake services, assessment, treatment and some crisis intervention. You will work closely with team members, community agencies, schools, hospitals and other ministry programs to provide comprehensive care, including individual, group and family therapy. You will have the opportunity to work with a supportive and passionate team to make a meaningful positive difference in the lives of children, youth, and their families facing emotional and behavioral challenges. You may find yourself providing sessions in your office or out in the beautiful outdoors that the Cowichan Valley has to offer. Clinicians have the honor and the privilege to work with the children youth and families in our community. Together, we strive to make a meaningful impact on the lives of these children and their families, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.

**Qualifications**:
**Education and Experience Requirements**
- **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.
- 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**:
This is a temporary opportunity until January 6, 2026.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
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.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

**How to Apply**:
**Cover Letter: NO** - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

**Resume: YES** - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

**Questionnaire: YES**:

- You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrat