At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide mental health support and treatment coordination for First Nations clients and families.
- Company: Northern Health, committed to diversity and Indigenous representation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with a focus on outreach and community support.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in First Nations communities through mental health and addiction services.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered Social Worker or Clinical Counsellor in BC.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Northern Health values diversity within the workplace and our commitment of reaching a representative workforce.
For this position, we also want to highlight First Nation, Inuit, Métis or Indigenous Ancestry is regarded as directly relevant to the skills and knowledge for this position.
All candidates will be considered; however, preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.
For this initiative candidates from this group who wish to qualify for preferential consideration are encouraged to self‑identify.
Are you a Mental Health & Addictions Clinician – First Nations looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment?
We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Mental Health & Additions Services department.
- Provide comprehensive assessment, care planning and treatment coordination for designated clients and their families.
- Work collaboratively with other health care providers and the multidisciplinary team to deliver direct psychosocial care, counselling, group work, system navigation, advocacy, education and linkage to relevant specialized complex care resources.
- Facilitate client self‑management.
- Maintain or improve the health and social well‑being and functioning of the identified population.
The Mental Health & Addiction Clinician is a member of the Mobile Support Team delivering outreach to First Nations communities by providing a continuum of services such as:
- Prevention, promotion, and education
- Assessments and care planning for individuals and families
- Consultation on cultural and clinical interventions
- Crisis response when communities are impacted by critical events
Qualifications: The Mental Health & Addiction Clinician must be either a Social Worker registered with and practising according to the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the BC College of Social Workers (BCCSW) or a Clinical Counsellor registered with and practising according to the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC).
Shift Rotation / Hours of Work
- Monday to Friday, Days – 08:30 to 16:30
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Mental Health & Addictions Clinician, First Nations employer: Northern Health - BC
Northern Health - BC is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being of its employees while fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture. With a strong focus on employee growth opportunities, particularly in health informatics, staff are encouraged to develop their skills and advance their careers in a supportive environment. Working in beautiful British Columbia, employees enjoy the unique advantage of contributing to transformative health services in rural communities, making a meaningful impact on the lives of residents.
