Apply geriatric mental health expertise with Fraser Health, providing assessment and treatment through multidisciplinary community services. Support older adults and caregivers across complex care situations.
Reporting to the Coordinator, Geriatric Program, the Clinician serves mentally ill elderly clients and their caregivers. The work includes psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, family counselling, consultation, and follow-up. Community outreach, education, liaison, and advocacy are central to supporting appropriate care and services.
Key Responsibilities: Screen referrals and complete comprehensive psychosocial assessments
Deliver treatment, crisis intervention, and family counselling through outreach
Coordinate care plans with interdisciplinary and community partners
Monitor complex situations and provide referral services
Document clinical services, statistics, and written reports
Requirements: Master's degree in Social Work, Clinical Counselling, or related discipline
One year's recent related geriatric psychiatry experience
Eligibility for relevant skilled association registration
Valid Class V BC Driver's Licence and personal vehicle
Clinical skills with older adults experiencing mental health issues
Use clinical assessment, counselling, consultation, and community liaison skills to support older adults through Fraser Health geriatric mental health services.

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📌 Geriatric Mental Health Clinician (British Columbia)
🏢 Fraser Health Authority
📍 British Columbia