Mental Health and Substance Use Specialist
1 month ago
We are seeking a highly skilled Mental Health and Substance Use Specialist to join our team at the Community Health & Services Centre in Kelowna, B.C.
About the Role:This is a relief full-time opportunity for a Mental Health and Substance Use Specialist to join our high-functioning Mental Health and Substance Use Youth Intensive Case Management team.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide assessment, treatment, and service coordination for clients with substance use disorders and/or mental health issues.
- Work closely with partners across the community to provide wrap-around services for clients.
- Develop and implement treatment plans that address the complex needs of clients.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Master's degree in a relevant field, such as social work, psychology, or counseling.
- Experience working with youth and families affected by substance use and mental health issues.
- Strong understanding of substance use and its effects, as well as adolescent cognitive, social, emotional, and interpersonal development.
- Training in Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills, group facilitation techniques, experiential education techniques, crisis intervention, and suicide risk assessment and intervention.
- Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Employer-paid training and education.
- Employer-paid vacation.
- Medical Service Plan.
- Employer-paid insurance premiums.
- Extended Health and Dental coverage.
- Contribution to Municipal Pension Plan.
- Balanced lifestyle.
If you are a motivated and compassionate professional with a passion for working with youth and families affected by substance use and mental health issues, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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