MHSU Clinician, Masters - Community Mental Health & Substance Use Services

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $42.27 - $52.81 / hour

Fraser Health continues to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers, are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others?

Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over 1.9 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations. Our team of nearly 45,000 medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision:
Better health, best in health care.

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In accordance with Fraser Health's Vision, Mission and Values, Mental Health & Substance Use program mandates and clinical practice guidelines, with an emphasis on recovery and rehabilitation and reducing barriers to re-enter the system of care, supports individuals and families with and affected by acute/episodic mental illness and substance use disorders, such as those with complex, unpredictable and/or multi‑faced therapeutic needs, to focus on provision of intensive individual and group therapy, liaison regarding complex situations, and care coordination support within the local service area across the care continuum, to ensure delivery of consistent, relevant and timely treatment, rapid re‑engagement, and access to information where appropriate and feasible.

Contributes to the development of programs and provides community mental health education. Services may be provided on an outreach basis when required in order to assess and/or engage with clients within their own environment and community.

As a clinician in a shared‑team model, provides intake, screening, and assessment services, treatment recommendations and plans, determines referral needs, provides follow‑up support, group education, liaison with community resources for specialized services, counsels clients, provides outreach as required, and is assigned as the "most responsible clinician" to specific clients dependent on the client's primary needs. Provides client and family‑centered care through a trauma‑informed approach and evidence‑informed practice.

Establishes a dignifying, purposeful and trusting relationship with clients, promoting self‑determination and independence. Encourages knowledge exchange in day‑to‑day activities, empowers clients and natural supports to engage and connect within their communities, and ensures they are supported in navigating the health care system.