SPO MH 24 – CYMH Clinician

Posting Title
SPO MH 24 – CYMH Clinician

Position Classification
Social Prog Off (CYMH) R24

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Keremeos, BC V0X 1N0 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Oliver, BC V0H 1T2 CA
Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V0 CA
Penticton, BC V2A 8X1 CA

Salary Range
$85,563.25 – $97,633.20 annually which includes a 4 Grid Temporary Market Adjustment

Close Date
10/7/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division
Service Delivery, SDA 12 – Okanagan West Kootenays

Job Summary

The Team
At Penticton Child and Youth Mental Health, you’ll join a dedicated and experienced team of 9 clinicians, including nurses and master’s-trained professionals, alongside an Associate Team Leader and Team Leader. We work collaboratively to support children, youth, and families aged 5-19, fostering mental wellness in the community. Our diverse team values knowledge-sharing and mutual support, partnering closely with schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations. This established team offers a supportive environment where members tend to stay long-term, contributing to meaningful work within an inclusive and dynamic space.

The Role
In this role, you will provide direct clinical services, including intake, assessment, treatment, and crisis intervention for children, youth, and families. You will collaborate with community agencies, schools, hospitals, and other ministry programs while conducting individual, group, and family therapy. Your work will contribute to a respectful and culturally safe environment, supporting mental wellness and positive outcomes. This is a unique opportunity to work with a passionate, innovative team and make a lasting impact in the lives of young people. You’ll also work closely with other ministry partners to create a broader support network for those you serve.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Masters in Counselling, Social Work, Educational Counselling, Clinical Counselling, Clinical Psychology or Child and Youth Care or comparable graduate degree at the Master’s level in a similar subject may be considered.
  • 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.
• 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.
• 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 .
• One or more years of MCFD protection or resource social work experience.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (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 deneen.ollis@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 future temporary and permanent vacancies.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments .
Security Screening Wording (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:
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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer .

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: NO – Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES – A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES – You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation . Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.

Job Category
Health Services, Social Services

Additional Information