What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Clinician - (232524) position at islandhealth?

Close Date

Jul. 19 2026

Location

Comox Valley MH & Addiction Services (CVMHAS) - Courtenay, BC V9N 2N7 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

08:30-16:30

Days Off

Weekend/Stats

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$44.85 - $56.02

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

Planned Start Date

Aug. 4 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Working in the community setting as a member of a multidisciplinary care team, the Mental Health Clinician provides assessment, intake, intervention, treatment, consultation and referral for clients experiencing mental health problems and their caregivers/families.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Masters Degree in a health related discipline from an approved post-secondary institution; Recognised post basic education related to mental illness; Four (4) years recent related experience;A significant understanding of mental health issues; Knowledge of applicable legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and the Guardianship Act; Knowledge of available programs, their interrelationships, and their function in delivering care in the community to persons with mental illnesses; Knowledge of mental health assessments, treatment methodologies, intervention strategies, the change process, and community dynamics; or An equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's License.

Skills And Abilities

Demonstrate competence congruent with the care and treatment of mental illness;
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Deal with others effectively
Sound organizational, problem solving and teaching skills
Sound judgment, good observation and client assessment skills, tact and empathy
Work independently, demonstrating initiative, with limited supervision
Work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Promote positive change and independence
Prioritize and organize client demands made and care needs
Physically and emotionally carry out the duties of the position
Operate a personal computer with a variety of Windows-based software
Foster good public relations
Operate related equipment
Maintain a commitment to continued professional development as required by the employer
Use personal vehicle

Link to Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD4572.pdf

Additional information for applicants

The successful candidate will have DBT and EMDR training, as well as group facilitation training.

Additional Clauses

Requisition CA

Health Science Professionals

Affiliation/Union

BCGEU

Salary : $45 - $56

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What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Clinician - (232524) position at islandhealth?

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Education, Training And Experience

Skills And Abilities

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