Company:
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority)
Details:
Island Health is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Health Consultant - Campbell River Mental Health & Substance Use Services
Job Summary
In this role, you will provide advanced clinical practice and interventions relating to intake, assessment, education, treatment, consultation and referral for clients experiencing mental health, substance use and/or concurrent disorder problems and issues related to the social determinants of health. You will consult extensively with primary care providers, and refer to community resources when necessary regarding the psychosocial and social determinants of mental health and substance use health aspects of the client’s needs.
Island Health – Vancouver Island Health Authority is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With over 19,500 employees, 1,900 physician partners, and 6,000+ volunteers that give their time, skills and experience to our organization, Island Health is the largest employer on Vancouver Island. We offer an exceptional employer-paid benefits package including dental and prescription coverage, group life, long term disability and extensive extended health plan.
Come be part of our future!
Qualifications & Experience:
As the successful candidate, you will have a Master’s Degree in a health related program, along with post-basic education related to mental illness, including experience with crisis intervention, urgent response, short-term therapy and group psychotherapy. You will have a minimum of two years’ related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
You will have a significant understanding of mental health and substance use issues, substance use assessments, the change process, community dynamics and the impacts of the social determinants of health are essential.