Child & Youth Hospital Liaison

at  Vancouver Coastal Health

COME WORK AS A CHILD & YOUTH HOSPITAL LIAISON WITH VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Child & Youth Hospital Liaison to join the Adult Mental Health Team in Squamish, BC. Apply today to join our team!

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in a related, regulated health science discipline.
• Three (3) years’ recent related experience working with children and youth with mental health and/or addiction issues in a health care 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, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of emergency mental health and crisis stabilization.
• Knowledge of the principles of recovery in mental illness.
• Knowledge of substance abuse and addictions treatment.
• Knowledge of DSM IV Diagnostic Classification System, mental status examination and case formulation.
• Knowledge of other facilities and community resources.
• Knowledge of psychopharmacology (indications and side effects).
• Knowledge of infectious and chronic disease management.
• Knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures that relate to client care, including the BC Mental Health Act.
• Ability to conduct mental health and addiction assessments and provide treatment planning and crisis intervention.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients and their families and health care staff.
• Ability to prioritize, take initiative, be flexible, work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to manage aggressive and suicidal behavior.
• Ability to assess client responses to care, and to respond appropriately.
• Ability to adjust to new or unexpected events.
• Ability to work with a culturally diverse population.
• De-escalation and conflict resolution skills.
• Skilled in the use of equipment, and in the techniques appropriate for treatment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability 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.

Please refer the Job description for details