Clinician, Crisis Intervention/Home Based Treatment - Child and Youth

at  Vancouver Coastal Health

COME WORK AS A CLINICIAN IN CRISIS INTERVENTION AND HOME BASED TREATMENT WITH VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Clinician with a Master’s Degree in a Behavioural Science to join the Step Up Step Down program with Richmond Mental Health Services. Apply today to join our team!

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Masters Degree in Behavioural Science from a recognized program.
• Three (3) years’ recent related experience working with individuals 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 & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the principles of recovery in mental illness.
• Knowledge of emergency mental health and crisis stabilization
• Broad knowledge of mental illness and treatment.
• Knowledge of substance use and addictions treatment.
• Knowledge of DSM-IVTR Diagnostic Classification System, mental status examination and case formulation.
• Broad knowledge of relevant facilities and community resources.
• Comprehensive 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 and REACT guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct mental health and addiction screening and/or assessments and provide treatment planning and crisis intervention/treatment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients and their families and health care staff.
• Ability to conduct safety and risk assessments
• Ability to prioritize, take initiative, be flexible, work both independently and collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to assess and respond effectively to aggressive behaviour and/or self-harm.
• 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, conflict resolution and problem-solving 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