CMHA Kelowna & District is hiring a casual MentalHealth and Substance Use Clinician to join the Foundry Kelowna team. The servicehours are from Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:00pm with extended hours on Tuesdaysand Thursdays until 7:00pm.WHO IS A MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE USE CLINICIAN?The Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU)Clinician will provide clinical counseling, assessment, care planning, andsupport to young people accessing services at Foundry Kelowna and satellitesites in the community. The Clinician will employ a solution-focused brieftherapy approach to empower youth in their mental health and substance usejourneys, facilitating their access to necessary services and promoting theiroverall well-being.WHAT DOES THE MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE USE CLINICIAN DO?RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide individual treatment andongoing assessment using evidence-based modalities, including CBT, mindfulness,and DBTUtilize asingle-session approach to deliver Solution Focused Brief Therapy to youthFacilitate group therapy workshops anddeliver psychosocial careCarry a manageablecaseload, providing brief and short-term interventionsConduct comprehensiveassessments as required to identify individual needs and participate in careplanningFacilitate access toappropriate services based on assessment outcomesProvide direct services to youth andyoung adults, including families/caregivers and other professionals involved inthe care processAssist clients with system navigation,advocacy, and referrals to specialized resourcesCollaborate with clients, internalteams, healthcare professionals, families, and community partners to ensureintegrated careMentor and support other team membersand practicum students in clinical practices and interventionsParticipate in service improvementinitiatives,



including collaborating with community agencies and stakeholdersto enhance the support network for young individualsPerforms other related duties asassigned.QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:Master's degree in Social Work,Counselling Psychology, or equivalent in Behavioral/Social Sciences/Services requiredCertification orworking towards obtaining certification in applicable field (ie: BCCSW, BCACC)Certificates in FirstAid, CPR and Naloxone considered an assetMinimum 2 years'experience working in a counselling roleValid Class 5 BCdriver's licenseCriminal Record Checkclearance in the Vulnerable SectorExperience workingwith youth, young adults or families/caregivers considered an assetExcellent written and verbalcommunication skillsAbility to establish rapport and trustwith youth and familiesSkilled in active listening andempathetic engagementAbility to work independently andcollaboratively within a multidisciplinary teamCommitment to continuous professionaldevelopment and adherence to ethical guidelinesAbility to maintainconsistent skilled boundariesProficient inMicrosoft Outlook, Word and ExcelProficient in utilizing clinicalassessment tools and electronic health record systemsFamiliarity with evidence-basedpractices in mental health and substance use treatmentKnowledge of harm reduction andworking with a trauma informed lensExperience in facilitating groupprograms is preferredAttention to detail and adaptabilityto changing environmentsStrong analytical, critical thinking,and negotiation skills for assessing complex situations,



particularly withyoung peopleAbility to synthesize informationquickly and make informed decisionsAbility to beregularly exposed to individuals who are struggling with and/or recovering fromtrauma, drug/alcohol use, homelessness, mental health challenges and/or mentalillnessAbility to travel forcommunity partner events on an occasional basisAbility to travelbetween facilities and other locations on an occasional basisWHO IS CMHA KELOWNA & DISTRICT?At CMHA Kelowna & District, we arededicated to Mental Health in our community. No matter how old or how young, weprovide support for families and individuals through programs that promotepositive mental health and support recovery, while championing the eliminationof barriers that can prevent people from thriving. We are a dynamic, innovativeand visionary organization. We are looking for someone who shares our vision ofa mentally healthy Kelowna and are passionate about making a difference in ourcommunity by bringing their particular expertise to our organization. To learn more, check out our website at www.Cmhakelowna.OrgCMHA KELOWNA & DISTRICT OFFERS YOU:Acompetitive hourly wage of $37.59Vacation Pay & PersonalHealth DaysA workplace culture thatfosters learning, transparency, trust, and teamworkAs an employer, CMHA Kelowna &District strives to create a workplace that respects and values allindividuals, minimizes bias, and promotes the equity, diversity, and inclusionof different perspectives and ideas. At CMHA Kelowna & District that meanswelcoming diversity in mental health, race, ethnicity, and culture. It alsomeans diverse abilities, age, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economicstatus, gender identities, education, marital status, language, and physicalself-expression. These values are embedded in the work CMHA Kelowna &District does every day.We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest, however onlyshort-listed candidates and those legally eligible to work in Canada will becontacted.

📌 Mhsu Clinician (Casual) (Kelowna)
🏢 Canadian Mental Health Association
📍 Kelowna