SPO MH 24 - Maple Ridge, Canada - BC Public Service

Description

Posting Title
SPO MH 24 - Eating Disorder Clinician - Specialist - CLOSING DATE EXTENDED

Position Classification
Social Prog Off (CYMH) R24

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA
Coquitlam, BC V3K 7B9 CA
Maple Ridge, BC V4R 2S1 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
New Westminster, BC V3M 6H8 CA
Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 4W6 CA
Port Moody, BC V3H 5C9 CA

Salary Range
$73, $84,134.34 annually, plus 4 Grid Temporary Market Adjustment (TMA)

Close Date
4/17/2024

Job Type
Temporary (Auxiliary)

Temporary End Date
9/26/2025

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division
Child and Youth Mental Heath, North Fraser Eating Disorder Program

Job Summary

Be a part of a dedicated team who is passionate about achieving our vision of an inclusive and supportive community where children, youth and their families thrive.

Child and Youth Mental Health Eating Disorder Specialist Clinicians provide direct clinical services such as screening referrals, triage, intake, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, safety planning, and crisis intervention for children and youth suffering from eating disorders (primarily Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder). The clinician is responsible for coordinating service within a multi-disciplinary regional team setting. Clinicians work in flexible ways, including in home, school, and community settings. Through consultation, the Eating Disorder Specialist Clinician will build and maintain relationships to support coordinated services and positive outcomes for children, youth, and families.

If you are ready to embark on a new career opportunity - please consider this rewarding career with the BC Public Service

Job Requirements:

• Masters in Social Work, Educational Counselling, Clinical Psychology or Child and Youth Care or comparable graduate degree at the Master's level, or equivalent.
  • NOTE:If your degree was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services ( ICES ). You must provide a basic report by the closing date of this posting to be considered.
    
• Minimum of one year full-time equivalent experience working with children and youth and their families, with responsibility for providing a wide range of community based mental health services.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience recommended in eating disorder services or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, with preference for two (2) years of experience in eating disorder services within the last 5 years.
• Must possess and maintain a valid class 5 BC Driver's license with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Two (2) years or more experience working with children and youth and their families, with responsibility for providing a wide range of community based mental health services.
• At least one (1) year experience with family counselling.
• Documented and demonstrated clinical training and experience in delivery of evidence-based interventions for individuals with eating disorders.
• Experience providing Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) or Radically Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, group and/or individual therapy to youth and the families who struggle with emotion dysregulation, high-risk behaviours and/or safety concerns.
• Experience working with parents/caregivers and young children (age 8-12).
• Experience and training in Emotion Focused Family Therapy, Family Based Treatment, or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders.
• Experience working with neurodiversity, sensory processing disorders, or Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder.
• Applicants who self-identify as having an Indigenous heritage (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of willingness/ proviso requirements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact .

About this Position:
Amendment March 28: Posting closing date extended to April 17.
There are two (2) full-time temporary opportunities available: 6-month assignment until November 29, 2024 and an 18 month assignment until September 26, 2024.
These positions have the possibility of being extended or may become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 or more days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Both temporary opportunities are based on Port Moody.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in Burnaby, New Westminster, Maple Ridge, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, and the North Fraser Float.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments .
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact or

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer .

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail , before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Category
Social Services