Mental Health Clinician (Masters), Child & Youth

Please note that the internal competition for this position is now closed, however we are still accepting late applications from qualified internal candidates. Should you choose to apply, your application will only be considered after on-time internal applicants have been considered.

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SUMMARY:Within the context of a client and family centred care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, and vision and values of the organization, works as part of a multidisciplinary team to perform assessments, coordinate client care, and provide treatment services for children and youth with severe mental health issues. Conducts psychosocial assessment on children experiencing severe behavioural, social, emotional disturbances and serious mental health problems; collaborates with multidisciplinary team and consults with team psychologist and psychiatrists/pediatrician, develops, implements, maintains, and adjusts individualized treatment plans; and performs behavioural interventions, family sessions, parent groups, psychoeducation, and individual child counselling according to a variety of theoretical models. Establishes and maintains relationships based on respect, initiates and participates in case conferences/meetings, provides support to colleagues and consultative services to child & youth services providers for continuity of care.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Master’s degree in an Allied Health Discipline from a recognized program. Three (3) years’ recent, related experience working with child and youth in a mental health setting or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Drivers License. Local area travel may require the use of a personal vehicle.Knowledge & AbilitiesKnowledge of the principles of recovery in mental illness.Comprehensive knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of behavioural, social emotional and mental health/psychiatric problems in children and youth.Broad knowledge of mental illness diagnosis and treatment.Broad knowledge of psychopharmacology (indications and side-effects).Broad knowledge of psychotherapeutic and counseling skills.Broad knowledge of other facilities and community resources.Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.Broad knowledge of the normal growth and development of children.Broad knowledge of school, legislation and government policies and procedures that relate to client.Demonstrated ability to work with children with behavioural, social, emotional and mental health/psychiatric issues.Demonstrated ability to perform psychosocial assessments and provide treatment planning and care.Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of theory and practice to a case coordination process.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with children and their families, educational personnel, child protection social workers and resource workers, service providers, 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 take clinical input and direction from a supervisor.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.Demonstrated ability to problem solve.Demonstrated ability 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 computerized client care information system and word processing, spreadsheet, Internet and e-mail software.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. Details At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.