Summary
Description
The Team
The dynamic South Peace CYMH team consists of 1 Team Leader with 6 Clinicians in Dawson Creek and 1 Clinician based in Chetwynd. This team is co-located with other Ministry of Children and Family Development services, works closely with a contracted psychiatrist, and is one of the recently announced Pathway to Hope locations. The team is excited to be working collaboratively to establish an Integrated Child and Youth team in partnership with the School District, Health Authority, Family Smart and local Indigenous communities.
The Role
This impactful role manages the local delivery of mental health services for children, youth, and families, and provides guidance, mentorship and clinical supervision to a dedicated and collaborative professional team. The CYMH Team Leader is part of a broader leadership network and has significant influence over the experience and outcome of services to vulnerable children, youth and families.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (Clinical Specialty or equivalent training/education), Educational Counselling, Clinical Psychology, Child and Youth Care, or equivalent.
- NOTE: If this education was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES). You must provide a basic report by the closing date of this posting to be considered.
- Minimum of 3 years experience in the provision of mental health services to children, youth and their families.
Preference may be given to applicants with the following:
- Six or more months of experience leading staff in a supervisory capacity.
- Applicants who self-identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit with the required combination of education and experience.
Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of willingness/ proviso requirements.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Louise.Rogers@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 1 day at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill current and/or future permanent vacancies.
Dawson Creek is a historical and beautiful town in the northern Rockies. Enjoy outdoor activities like bird watching and hiking past waterfalls in alpine meadows and mountains ridges. Popular camping and fishing spots can be found in the provincial parks of Swan Lake and Kiskatinaw. In winter, explore downhill and cross-country skiing at nearby Bear Mountain.
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A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Working for the BC Public Service:
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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.
Cover Letter: YES – A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
Resume: YES – Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
Questionnaire: YES – You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).
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