CMHA Kelowna is hiring a full-time Mental Health Clinician to join the Foundry Kelowna team. The full-time role is 37.5 hours per week, with a typical work week of Monday to Friday 8:30AM-4:30PM.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counselling Psychology, or equivalent in Behavioral/Social Sciences/Services required
• Certification or working towards obtaining certification in applicable field (ie: BCCSW, BCACC)
• Class 5 BC Driver’s License is required
• Criminal Record Check in the Vulnerable Sector is required
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a counselling role
• Experience working with families/caregivers considered an asset
• Certificates in First Aid, CPR and Naloxone considered an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to establish rapport and trust with youth and families
• Skilled in active listening and empathetic engagement
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to ethical guidelines
• Ability to maintain consistent professional boundaries
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Proficient in utilizing clinical assessment tools and electronic health record systems
• Familiarity with evidence-based practices in mental health and substance use treatment
• Knowledge of harm reduction and working with a trauma informed lens
• Experience in facilitating group programs is preferre
• Attention to detail and adaptability to changing environments
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and negotiation skills for assessing complex situations, particularly with young people
• Ability to synthesize information quickly and make informed decisions
• Ability to be regularly exposed to individuals who are struggling with and/or recovering from trauma, drug/alcohol use, homelessness, mental health challenges and/or mental illness

WHO IS CMHA KELOWNA?

At CMHA Kelowna, we are dedicated to Mental Health in our community. No matter how old or how young, we provide support for families and individuals through programs that promote positive mental health and support recovery, while championing the elimination of barriers that can prevent people from thriving. We are a dynamic, innovative and visionary organization. We are looking for someone who shares our vision of a mentally healthy Kelowna and are passionate about making a difference in our community by bringing their particular expertise to our organization. To learn more, check out our website at www.cmhakelowna.org

• The mental health clinician provides individual, couple, and family therapy to clients experiencing issues such as marital conflicts and parent-child relationships. Communication breakdowns, grief and other personal or family-related challenges
• Use evidence-based modalities including, but not limited to, SFBT, CBT, mindfulness, DBT, and Family Systems Therapy and Family Mediation
• Facilitate group therapy workshops and deliver psychosocial care
• Carry a manageable caseload, providing brief and short-term interventions
• Conduct comprehensive assessments as required to identify individual needs and participate in care planning
• Facilitate access to appropriate services based on assessment outcomes
• Assist’s clients with system navigation, advocacy, and referrals to specialized resources
• Provide direct services to youth and young adults, including families/caregivers and other professionals involved in the care process
• Collaborate with clients, internal teams, healthcare professionals, families, and community partners to ensure integrated care
• Mentor and support other team members and practicum students in clinical practices and interventions
• Participate in service improvement initiatives, including collaborating with community agencies and stakeholders to enhance the support network for young individuals, caregivers and families
• Performs other related duties as assigned.