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, substance use and concurrent disorders; Two (2) years recent, related experience; A significant understanding of mental health issues; substance use issues and concurrent disorders issues and evidence based best treatment practices; 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, substance use and / or concurrent disorders; Knowledge of mental health / substance use assessments, crisis intervention, 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

• Demonstrated practice skills related to cognitive behavioral therapy, brief solution focused therapy, risk assessment and other psychotherapeutic interventions.
• Demonstrate competence congruent with the care and treatment of mental illness, substance use and / or concurrent disorders.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Deal with others effectively
• Demonstrate sound organizational, problem solving skills
• Demonstrate clinical coaching / teaching skills and experience
• Demonstrate 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
• Foster good public relations
• Operate related equipment, including a computer with a variety of windows based software
• Maintain a commitment to continued professional development as required by the employer
• Use personal vehicle