Close Date Aug. 3 2025 Location Campbell River Mental Health & Addiction Services - Campbell River, BC V9W 2C6 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0811-1630 Days Off As required Vacancy Type Temp FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $42.27 - $52.81 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75.0 Planned Start Date Aug. 11 2025 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Oct. 6 2026 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes 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 (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; 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 Counselor provides intake, assessment, intervention, treatment, consultation and referral for clients experiencing mental health problems and their caregivers/families.

QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And Experience

Baccalaureate Degree in a health related discipline from an approved post-secondary institution; Recognised post basic education related to mental illness; Two (2) 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 AbilitiesDemonstrate competence congruent with the care and treatment of mental illness;Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writingDeal with others effectivelySound organizational, problem solving and teaching skillsSound judgment, good observation and client assessment skills, tact and empathyWork independently, demonstrating initiative, with limited supervisionWork cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary teamPromote positive change and independencePrioritize and organize client demands made and care needsPhysically and emotionally carry out the duties of the positionOperate a personal computer with a variety of Windows-based softwareFoster good public relationsOperate related equipmentMaintain a commitment to continued professional development as required by the employerUse personal vehicle Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD4573.pdf Additional information for applicants Position is for a Substance Use Counsellor who will be working with the counselling team at Campbell River MHSU. Successful applicant with provide 1:1, walk-in and group counselling. Additional Clauses Requisition CA Health Science Professionals Affiliation/Union BCGEU