The salary range for this position is CAD $42.27 - $52.81 / hour. Are you passionate about working in Mental Health & Substance Use Services? We're thrilled to announce that we have a Temp Full Time position available based in Surrey. Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. Access to personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage.

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Clinician, Indigenous Health supports care coordination and system navigation across substance use services, local service areas, and regional and provincial services, with an emphasis on reducing barriers to re-enter the system of care and facilitated timely treatment and rapid re-engagement of clients where appropriate and feasible. This position provides focused support to Indigenous clients and their natural supports, as a member of the assigned team. Provides culturally appropriate client and family-centered care through a trauma-informed approach and evidence-informed practice to Indigenous and non-Indigenous individuals and families with and affected by serious and persistent mental disorders and alcohol and drug addictions.

Participates in local committees and internal and external case conferences. May develop and deliver in-services, presentations and training to clients, families and caregivers. Participates in process improvement activities, follows clinical, and customer best practices.

May be required to work at more than one location and/or on an outreach basis in order to assess and/or engage with clients within their own environment and community. Performs initial screening of referrals of individuals with a focus on those who identify as Indigenous from other health care providers/agencies, family members, physicians and other sources to determine appropriate treatment based on client needs, urgency of request and best practices. # Supports the intake process and assesses client needs by gathering client information/history via phone interviews or other methods; seeking additional background information to perform initial assessment of client mental health and substance use status and risk to themselves or others and to determine priority of care, client eligibility, availability of resources, service priorities and type of level of care required; Shares responsibility amongst the team for distributed workload to manage cases, formulate recovery plans and goals, crisis intervention, assist with home visits, run groups, and outreach to clients as required. # Provides first level intervention and support until formal treatment or further assessment can be conducted, such as short-term brief interventions, follow-up, monitoring, and evaluating treatment outcomes. # Provides treatment/support and case management for complex situations including people in crisis through provision of services such as delivery of individual and group therapy to clients and families; Facilitates client utilization of appropriate community services and rehabilitative programs through methods such as considering the client’s motivation and their stage in the treatment process, researching available services, liaising with service and program providers, providing advice and consultation to colleagues, and/or referring to other community resources as required.



# Provides referrals to appropriate community treatment alternatives and services, including residential programs, family therapy, marital and separation counselling, alcohol and drug treatment, victim assistance, employee assistance programs, clubhouses, transition homes, vocational programs and other agencies. Utilizes available community resources such as volunteers, community groups, alternate care services and other service agencies to develop supportive and rehabilitative programs for clients and their families. # Provides short-term counseling to clients and families and provides information and guidance to other caregivers, health providers and the public regarding the assigned program services, intake policies, procedures and processes, availability of Community Health Services, Mental Health & Substance Use Services and/or Integrated Response Teams. # Maintains client records by recording information such as client assessments, charting client information via PARIS and/or other clinical information systems, preparing progress notes and reports in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures to meet regulatory requirements, documenting for future reference and ensuring that access to and disclosure of information and records are in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act. # Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements.

Immediately reports unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel. # Develops linkages with other facilities and community resources, and advocates on behalf of the client and others to improve access, integration and coordination of mental health services, by way of establishing, maintaining and enhancing relationships/communication with community physicians, consulting psychiatrists, colleagues, community mental health services, acute hospitals, community services agencies and other healthcare professionals. # Maintains relevant data and statistics on information such as intakes, requests, referrals in/out, priority, sources and nature of requests, and provides input to Coordinator and Manager. # Participates in quality improvement and risk management activities for assigned area by participating in quality initiatives, providing feedback to the Clinical Coordinator about needs and gaps in programs and services and suggesting solutions and initiatives to assist in the development and maintenance of a coordinated mental health & substance use care system within the community. # Participates actively and collaboratively in team planning, team meetings, committees, and/or corporate initiatives through discussions, presenting relevant material, acting as an advocate for the goals and objectives of the program, and promoting optimal support for clients, families and caregivers.



# Participates in ongoing education to maintain current and relevant practice, including clinical education, as well as maintaining current knowledge of relevant Indigenous mental health and substance use disorders, Federal and Provincial legislation and amendments that impact mental health & substance use client care and service delivery. # Education, Training, and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. Two (2) years’ recent, related experience working with clients and families with, or affected by, mental illness and substance use disorders, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Knowledge of Indigenous health approaches, protocol and cultural issues.

Eligible for registration with applicable professional association or regulatory body. Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle for work-related purposes. addictions and addictions counselling. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultural practices and beliefs, including awareness of traditional healing practices such as drumming, singing and smudge ceremonies.

Knowledge of how Indigenous culture impacts the development of individuals and communities. Demonstrated ability to develop consultative relationships with health professionals, counsellors, traditional healers and Elders. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, including with Indigenous partners and First Nations communities.

Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of relevant Acts such as Mental Health Act, Freedom of Information Act, pertinent regulations, policies and procedures, and other statutory duties. Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to get along well with clients, families, and members of the interdisciplinary team, and including the ability to effectively network with other services and agencies. In-depth knowledge of community resources and strong collaborative skills in working with other community partners to inform the referral process.

Ability to deliver culturally sensitive services to Indigenous populations. Ability to provide effective and productive service, while meeting clinical and administrative government and health region policies, standards, and protocol requirements. Proficiency in the use of personal computers, including related word processing and database management software applications.

About Fraser Health Fraser

Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce.

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📌 Substance Use Clinician, Indigenous Health - Bachelors (Vancouver)
🏢 Fraser Health
📍 Vancouver