Island Health
Job title:
MHSU Aftercare Clinician
Company
Island Health
Job description
Close DateAug. 2 2024LocationVictoria Quadra Street Health Clinic – Victoria, BC V8W 2K7 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteNoTravel RequirementTravel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirementShift Start Time/End Time0800-1600Days OffWeekend/StatsVacancy TypeRegular FTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$42.27 – $52.81Paid FTE1.0Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS75.0Planned Start DateAug. 5 2024Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Pending Return of IncumbentNoCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)YesJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.Under the direction of the Coordinator or designate, works within the organization’s framework and standards, and a recovery oriented, harm reduction focused model. As a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team, the Mental Health and Substance Use Aftercare Clinician provides assessment, intervention, treatment, outreach and/or detoxification and/or recovery consultation and referral for clients experiencing mental health and substance use challenges.Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceBaccalaureate Degree in a health related discipline from an approved post-secondary institution.Recognized post basic education related to mental illness and/or substance use disorders; Two (2) years recent related experience; an understanding of mental health and substance use disorders, concurrent disorders, acquired brain injury, dual diagnoses, stages of change, and community dynamics; proficiency with mental health and substance use assessments, treatment modalities, intervention strategies, case management; familiarity with providing client-centered, trauma-informed, and gender-affirming care, and working with marginalized populations.Knowledge of applicable legislation, such as Mental Health and Child Protection legislation. Knowledge of available programs and services, their interrelationships, and their function in delivering services in the community. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Valid BC Driver’s License.Skills And Abilities
- Demonstrated competence in the treatment of addiction and mental illness congruent with Island Health’s framework and standards within a rehabilitation/recovery, harm reduction focused model;
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated organizational, problem solving and teaching skills.
- Demonstrated judgment, good observation and client assessment skills, tact and empathy in working with clients experiencing problematic substance use.
- Work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Promote positive change and independence.
- Prioritize and organize workload.
- Ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Operate a personal computer with a variety of Windows based software.
- Foster good public relations.
- Operate related equipment.
Link to Full Job DescriptionAdditional information for applicantsThe Aftercare Clinician program is a new initiative which aims to provide transition and care coordination supports to clients who are pursuing recovery from substance use. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with change and supporting in the development of a new program. The successful candidate for this position will be focused on working with those seeking treatment for substance use who need support to connect and maintain with substance use services and are not supported by a longitudinal team. The ACC will work closely with other teams including Harbour counsellors, HOPPS contract providers, Health and Housing teams and ICMT to identify and support service users. For further information about these positions, please contact [email protected]Additional ClausesVaccination Notification: To keep our employees, clients and the communities we serve safe, Island Health is enforcing an employee mandatory vaccination policy which is intended to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. As such, Island Health requires Proof of BC Provincial Immunization Registration as a condition of employment, and any offers of employment are contingent on you providing proof of vaccination prior to commencement of the offered effective date. If an offer of employment is extended, but proof of vaccination is not provided, the offer will be rescinded.
Expected salary
Location
Victoria, BC
Job date
Thu, 25 Jul 2024 05:51:39 GMT
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