Clinical Mental Health Specialist

3 weeks ago


Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada Fraser Health Authority Full time
Job Summary

A clinical mental health specialist is sought after by Fraser Health to collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team in various community and hospital settings to help individuals and families affected by mental illness and substance use disorders. Utilizing an Indigenous health care perspective, this position focuses on providing culturally appropriate counseling and intermediary services to First Nations, Metis, and Inuit clients. This role involves assessing clients' needs, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.


Responsibilities

  1. Develop and implement recovery-oriented treatment plans in collaboration with clients and natural supports.
  2. Provide individual, group, and family support using various interviewing and assessment methods.
  3. Assess client needs, evaluate mental health and substance use status, and determine priority of care.
  4. Facilitate client utilization of community services and rehabilitative programs.
  5. Advocate on behalf of clients, providing information about appeal processes and completing necessary referrals.

Qualifications

Education, Training & Experience


Bachelor's degree in an Allied Health Discipline from a recognized program.

Two years' recent, related experience working with clients and families affected by mental illness and substance use disorders, including one year of experience working with Indigenous clients, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge of Indigenous health approaches, protocol, and cultural issues.

Valid BC Driver's Licence and access to a personal vehicle for business-related purposes.


About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is a healthcare leader in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, serving over two million people on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.

We value diversity in our workforce and strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring, and trust. Our team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff, and volunteers deliver hospital and community-based services with a focus on planetary health.



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