Clinical Counsellor

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Mental Health Clinician to join our team at Fraser Health. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to individuals and families affected by mental illness and substance use disorders.

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions to clients with complex needs
• Develop and implement recovery-oriented treatment plans in collaboration with clients and their natural supports
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and provide case consultation and follow-up support to clients and their families
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to determine best approaches to care and assess the need for emergent crisis intervention
• Facilitate client utilization of community services and rehabilitative programs through research, liaison, and referral
• Advocate on behalf of clients and provide education to staff, clients, and their families regarding mental health and substance use issues
• Participate in quality improvement and risk management activities, including clinical education and ongoing education to maintain current and relevant practice

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Clinical Counselling, or other relevant health-related discipline
• Two years' recent, related experience working with clients and families with mental illness and substance use disorders
• Eligible for registration or membership with applicable professional association or regulatory body
• Valid Class V BC Driver's License and access to personal vehicle for business-related purposes

• Demonstrated client assessment and case management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, including empathic and respectful communication
• Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to get along well with clients, families, and members of the interdisciplinary team
• Ability to set priorities, organize work, and exercise sound judgment, both clinically and non-clinically
• Ability to work effectively and flexibly manage changing caseload needs under pressure

Fraser Health is a leader in providing high-quality, patient-centered care to the communities we serve. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support to individuals and families affected by mental illness and substance use disorders. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that values diversity, inclusion, and respect for all employees.