Mental Health Therapist

3 weeks ago


North Vancouver, Canada Vancouver Coastal Health Full time

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $40.53/Hr. - CAD $50.62/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Mental Health Therapist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Mental Health Therapist with a Master’s degree in Behavioral Sciences to join the Assessment Treatment Services team in North Vancouver, BC.

As a Mental Health Therapist with VCH you will:

Work as part of a multidisciplinary mental health care team to provide comprehensive mental health and psychosocial assessment and treatment services for individuals with mental illness and concurrent disorders (. Substance use). Provide psychodynamic, cognitive and behavioural therapy, group counselling and psychoeducation according to a variety of theoretical models and best practices. Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships based on trust with clients and their families. Evaluate and modify individualized strength based treatment plans. Participate in case conferences/meetings with clients, family, service providers and members of the multidisciplinary team. Collaborate and provide clinical support to colleagues to meet the needs of the client population serviced and to provide integrated service and continuity across the care continuum.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Master’s degree in Behavioral Sciences from a recognized program. Three (3) years’ experience working in an outpatient/community setting providing individual and group therapy to clients with a variety of mental disorders (including misuse of alcohol and other drugs) or an equivalent combination of post-graduate education, training and experience. Valid BC Drivers License. Local area travel may require the use of a personal vehicle.

Knowledge & Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of psychotherapeutic and counseling skills. Broad knowledge of mental illness and treatment. Broad knowledge of substance abuse and addictions treatment. Broad knowledge of psychopharmacology (indications and side-effects). Broad knowledge of other facilities and community resources. Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care. Broad knowledge of adult education principles, methods and tools. Broad knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures that relate to client. Demonstrated ability to perform psychosocial assessments and provide treatment planning and care. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with clients and their families, colleagues, physician, and other health care staff, both one-on-one and in groups. Demonstrated listening and information seeking skills that promotes communication and lead to a co-operative approach to problem solving within a multidisciplinary setting. Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrated ability to work with individuals with diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events, problem solve, and to deal effectively with conflict situations. Demonstrated ability to provide consultation, leadership and work direction. Ability to operate related equipment. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized client care information system and word processing, spreadsheet, Internet and e-mail software.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?


VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.



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