Mental Health Specialist

3 weeks ago


Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada Fraser Health Full time
Job Title: Mental Health Clinician

Job Summary

The Mental Health Clinician/Behavioural Consultant provides case management, applied behavioural analysis/behavioural intervention, individual/group counselling services and consultation to clients with concurrent developmental disability/psychiatric disorders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conducts functional assessments, gathers relevant psychosocial history, conducts in vivo behavioural observation, and utilizes ABC charting and/or other appropriate behavioural data gathering techniques and tests.
  • Analyzes and synthesizes data gathered and develops behavioural intervention plans.
  • Provides training regarding behavioural plans and interventions to family-members and caregivers where appropriate.
  • Develops and delivers time-limited, evidence-based individual and group counselling using techniques appropriate for individuals living with developmental disability/psychiatric disorders.
  • Collaborates with other team members in preparing for, participating in and contributing to, initial psychiatric assessment; assessing clients' progress; follows up on the implementation and re-evaluation of behavioural strategies with interdisciplinary team members, as well as members of the client's support network.
  • Performs case reviews and evaluation of processes; prepares reports of relevant observations and evaluation of care to ensure continuity of quality service, communication and client documentation.
  • Attends and participates in meetings directly concerning clients, including assessments, case reviews, progress meetings, internal/external case conferences.
  • Coordinates assessment, intervention & follow-up for a caseload of clients living with concurrent psychiatric disorder & developmental disability.
  • Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to assist in program development, which includes the necessary preparation, prioritizing, scheduling and arranging for space and other resources.
  • Supports family members and care providers through the provision of up-to-date clinical information; assists clients and caregivers by recommending utilization of existing community resources.
  • Maintains clients' files according to established standards, procedures and protocols.
  • Performs general public relations duties such as community education regarding client population.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Clinical Counselling/Psychology, Social Work, or other relevant health related discipline.
  • Two years recent experience providing direct behavioural therapy and counselling support to children or adults with mental illness or developmental disability, inclusive of one year of independent (post-Masters) practice, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Eligible for registration with relevant professional association.
  • Valid Class V B.C. Driver's Licence and possession of a personal vehicle.

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