Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, and vision and values of the organization, the Team Leader 6, Mental Health & substance use is responsible to oversee and coordinate the delivery/daily activities of mental health and Substance use services for the designated program. Provides leadership/supervision to staff. Plans and implements therapeutic mental health and Substance use programs/services for clients with complex mental health and Substance use issues; ensures services provide a high standard of care and promotes interdisciplinary practice and collaboration.

Evaluates services to ensure program/service needs are met and liaises with key stakeholders on the achievement of program goals and objectives. Provides leadership and supervision to designated interdisciplinary team members. Utilizes human resources policies and procedures to recruit and select staff.

Develops policies and procedures. Coordinates care and provides treatments for clients including group facilitation, planning and evaluation as applicable to program; conducts mental health and psychosocial and Substance use assessments. Coordinates requests for vacation, education and leaves of absence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience

Master’s degree in a Behavioural Science from a recognized program. Five (5) years recent related experience providing mental health and Substance use clinical services for designated program and/or group facilitation including three (3) years post masters supervisory leadership experience or equivalent. Valid BC Driver’s License. Travel will require the use of a personal vehicle.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of mental illness and Substance use issues including current trends, best practices and modalities of treatment.





Broad knowledge of mental health and Substance use service delivery system, service mandates, referral guidelines, legislation and government policies.

Broad knowledge of group treatment modalities as applicable.

Demonstrated ability to conduct mental health and Substance use assessments, and to provide treatment planning and case coordination.

Demonstrated ability to be flexible and open to a range of treatment modules for Substance use from abstinence and harm reduction.

Demonstrated ability to plan, implement, facilitate and evaluate group programs, as applicable.

Demonstrated ability to function as an effective team leader, motivator, coach/mentor, and team member within a multidisciplinary setting.

Demonstrated ability to model and foster a positive, cooperative, and respectful team working environment.

Demonstrated ability to provide clinical and administrative supervision and consultation.

Demonstrated skills and ability to facilitate team building and to work both independently and collaboratively.

Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events, problem solve, and deal effectively with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with clients and their families, colleagues, physician, and other health care staff, both one-on-one and in groups.

Demonstrated listening and information seeking skills that promotes open and direct communication and leads to a cooperative approach to problem solving.

Demonstrated ability to set priorities, organize work,



and meet deadlines.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with community partners and with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized client care information system and word processing, spreadsheet, Internet and e-mail software.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

Details

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.

Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.

Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.

We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.

This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.

📌 Team LeaderC), Mental Health & Substance Use (Vancouver)
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📍 Vancouver