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Fraser Health

Public health authority operating hospitals

Primary Care Network Clinician/Clinical Counsellor - Community Fraser Valley

Mental & Behavioral HealthConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeChilliwack, BC, CanadaCA$44.85 - CA$56.02 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A master's degree in Social Work, Clinical Counselling, or another relevant health-related discipline, and eligibility for registration with the appropriate professional association.
  • Two years of recent, related experience in a community or hospital psychiatry setting working with clients and families with, or affected by, mental illness and substance use disorders, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • A valid British Columbia driver's license and access to a personal vehicle with appropriate business coverage.
  • Comprehensive applied knowledge of counselling techniques, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and other psychotherapeutic techniques.
  • Demonstrated client assessment and case consultation skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of mental health disorders and concurrent disorders.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in alcohol and drug misuse.
  • Ability to undertake client assessments using standardized mental health and substance use tools.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of emergency triage procedures, mental health status assessment, counselling principles, and interview techniques.
  • Working knowledge of psychopharmacology, crisis theory, and de-escalation techniques.
  • Working knowledge of DSM-V Multiaxial Diagnosis or the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, using empathic and respectful communication appropriate to the situation.
  • Interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients, families, and interdisciplinary team members, and to network with other services and agencies.
  • Ability to set priorities, organize work to manage a demanding workload, and exercise sound clinical and non-clinical judgment.
  • Ability to work effectively and flexibly manage changing workload needs under pressure and during change.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while seeking appropriate consultation and approval from the Coordinator.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with applicable regional policies.
  • Ability to learn new methodologies, ideas, and concepts.
  • Ability to teach and facilitate learning for staff, clients, and families.
  • Ability to provide leadership and work direction in a coaching or mentoring role.
  • Ability to provide effective and efficient service while meeting clinical and administrative government and health-region policies, standards, and protocol requirements.
  • Knowledge of community resources and methods of accessing them.
  • Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

  • Provide diagnostic client assessments and brief, short-term individual interventions or group therapy using interviewing, counselling, and assessment methods in accordance with professional standards, clinical policies, and practices.
  • Coordinate cases and formulate treatment plans and goals within the Primary Care Network in collaboration with Mental Health and Substance Use Services staff, assigned agency staff, family members or natural supports, and other services as required; use crisis intervention and outreach as required.
  • Help clients access appropriate community services and rehabilitative programs by researching available services, liaising with agencies, advising and consulting with clients and staff, and supporting client self-management strategies.
  • Provide urgent crisis stabilization and facilitate hospital admission when required.
  • Maintain client records and statistics, prepare reports, and complete required forms in accordance with regional policies and Mental Health and Substance Use Services clinical record standards; obtain consent forms for release of client information.
  • Advocate for clients and families or natural supports to access services related to housing, food security, and income by explaining appeal processes, providing client information to relevant ministries, assisting with forms, and serving as a resource.
  • Educate clients, families or natural supports, staff, and other agencies about community mental health and substance use resources, programs, and issues.
  • Participate in quality improvement and risk management activities, provide feedback to the Coordinator about program and service needs and gaps, and suggest ways to improve links and collaboration between Mental Health and Substance Use Services and Primary Care Networks.
  • Maintain current and relevant practice through ongoing clinical education and knowledge of applicable federal and provincial legislation and amendments affecting mental health and substance use care and service delivery.
  • Participate as a member of the Mental Health and Substance Use Services team and Primary Care Network, exchanging information as a team representative as required.
  • Inform staff, community groups, and agencies about the role and function of both teams, including through formal in-service sessions.
  • Participate in clinical research and program evaluation activities relevant to clients, families, Community Mental Health and Substance Use Services, the Primary Care Network, and the community by providing information as requested.
  • Maintain knowledge of mental health and substance use in relation to concurrent disorders by reviewing literature and research, consulting clinical and community experts, evaluating clinical practice, and participating in professional development to improve care through new practices.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Support local linkage between Primary Care Networks, Mental Health and Substance Use Services, and Specialized Community Services Programs for clients with mild to moderate mental health and/or substance use needs.
  • Facilitate access to Specialized Community Services Programs and support transitions of stable moderate-to-severe clients to care by General Practitioners or other primary care providers within the Primary Care Network.
  • Provide initial screening, determine referral needs, liaise with community resources, develop and implement short-term engagement and treatment plans, provide short-term counselling and brief interventions, and provide case consultation and follow-up in collaboration with local teams.
  • Provide advice, direction, and advocacy regarding housing, food security, and income issues.
  • Develop, coordinate, and deliver in-house services, presentations, and staff training.
  • Support the inclusion of family members and natural supports in treatment planning.
  • Participate in development and evaluation of the Primary Care Network/Mental Health and Substance Use Services Liaison program.
  • Provide shared-care visits at primary care provider offices as required.

About the Company

Fraser Health

Public health authority operating hospitals

Fraser Health is a Canadian health authority that provides health services to about 1.8 million people in British Columbia. It operates 12 hospitals, including major trauma centers, as well as outpatient care and surgery centers, and offers services in residential care, public health, home health, and mental health. It employs more than 40,000 staff, medical staff, and volunteers who coordinate care across hospitals, clinics, and community settings to ensure patients receive the right care at the right time. Its goal is to keep communities healthy by delivering accessible, high-quality care and by creating good workplaces for its employees and volunteers.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$20K
Headquarters
Surrey, Canada
Founded
2001

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