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Mental Health Specialist

2 months ago

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada Island Health Full time
Qualifications and Requirements

We are seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the role of MHSU Counsellor at Island Health. To be successful in this position, you will require:

  • A Baccalaureate Degree in a health-related discipline from an approved post-secondary institution.
  • Recognized post-basic education related to mental illness and/or alcohol and drug addiction.
  • At least two years of recent experience in a related field, with a strong understanding of mental health and addiction issues.
  • Knowledge of applicable legislation, such as Mental Health and Child Protection legislation.
  • Knowledge of available programs and services, their interrelationships, and their function in delivering services in the community.
  • A valid BC Driver's License.
Key Skills and Abilities
  • Demonstrated competence in the treatment of addiction and mental illness, congruent with Island Health's framework and standards within a rehabilitation/recovery, harm-reduction focused model.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and teaching skills, with the ability to prioritize and organize workload.
  • Judgment, good observation, and client assessment skills, with tact and empathy in working with addiction clients.
  • Ability to operate a personal computer with a variety of Windows-based software and related equipment.