Lp 5A - Child & Youth Mental Health Clinician _Closing Date Extended (Bc Public Service)

Posting Title

LP 5A - Child & Youth Mental Health Clinician _Closing date extended

Position Classification

Licensed Psychologist 5A

Union

PEA

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Squamish, BC V8B 0H3 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$89,373.85 - $113,406.01 annually

Close Date

7/10/2023

Job Type

Temporary Assignment (TA)

Temporary End Date

8/16/2024

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

RZQ - Squamish CYMH, Vancouver-COastal Region

Job Summary

Amendment June 20th, 2023: Posting closing date extended to July 10th, 2023.

Be a part of a dedicated team who is passionate about achieving our vision of an inclusive and supportive community where children, youth and their families thrive

An integral member of a multi-disciplinary Community Mental Health Team and in coordination with other community agencies and professionals, you provide a range of mental health services to children, youth and their families, when the child or youth is suffering from serious emotional, psychological, behavioral or psychiatric illness.

As a Clinician, you provide direct clinical services such as intake, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention for children, youth and their families. Consulting with community agencies, schools, hospitals, and other ministry programs, you understand the importance of being involved in community education, development, coordination and prevention/early intervention programs. You build and maintain relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders in the community to ensure that conflicts are resolved and appropriate outcomes are achieved.

If you are ready to embark on a new career opportunity - please consider this rewarding career with the BC Public Service!

Job Requirements

• Ph.D. in clinical/applied psychology, and registered with, or eligible for, registration with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia as a Psychologist.
• Minimum of one year full-time equivalent experience working with children and youth and their families, with responsibility for providing a wide range of community based mental health services.
• NOTE:If your degree 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.
• Experience in clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology.
• Completion of a psychological pre-or post-doctoral internship of 1600 hours in a child and youth mental health or hospital setting with specialization in formal psychological assessment, diagnoses and treatment of mental health disorders.
• Must possess and maintain a valid class 5 BC Driver's license with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).

Preference May Be Given To Applicants With The Following

• Two years or more experience working with children and youth and their families, with responsibility for providing a wide range of community based mental health services.

Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of willingness/ proviso requirements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected]

About This Position

Currently there is one (1) temporary opportunity until August 16, 2024.

A permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment.

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 1 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

This position is also posted as a SPO MH 25 under REQ 100654 and a Nurse 7 under REQ 100655 .

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

Working For The BC Public Service

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact [email protected] or 778-405-3452.

How To Apply

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

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.).

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail [email protected] , before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Category

Social Services

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