Spo-mh 24 - Kamloops, Canada - BC Public Service
Description
Posting Title- SPO-MH 2- Psychiatric Social Worker- Position Classification- Social Prog Off (CYMH) R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $83, $94,789.
47 annually which includes a 4 Grid Temporary Market Adjustment*- Close Date- 12/21/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development- Ministry Branch / Division- Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services- Job SummaryA hands-on role helping children and youth in your community
Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services (YFPS) is mandated to provide inpatient and outpatient Court-ordered and Court
- related assessment and treatment services to young persons pursuant to the Youth Criminal Justice Act as well as other relevant federal and provincial statutes. YFPS also provides services to young persons found unfit to stand trial and those youth found not criminally responsible due to a mental disorder (NCRMD), pursuant to the Criminal Code of Canada. Services are provided through outpatient clinics and contracted service providers located throughout the province.
An inpatient assessment unit (IAU), located in Burnaby provides mental health services to Burnaby Youth Custody Services (BYCS).
Regional outpatient clinics located in Burnaby, Langley, Vancouver, Victoria, Nanaimo, Prince George, Kamloops and Kelowna service the five macro regions of the North, the Interior, Vancouver Island, South Burnaby and the Lower Mainland.
YFPS provides assessment and treatment services for youth; treatment may include specialized services for youth who may have committed violent or sexual offences as well as youth who have offended and are experiencing mental health difficulties.
Treatment is also provided for behavioural problems, drug and/or alcohol addictions and youth in custody facilities who are in need of mental health services.
Social and family interventions are also provided where needed.If you are ready to embark on a new career opportunity - please consider this rewarding career with the BC Public Service
Job Requirements:
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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 (1) year of relevant clinical experience working within an adolescent mental health environment providing a wide range of outpatientoriented assessment and treatment services.
- 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:
- Recent experience working in a forensic setting or with a forensic population.
- Experience working in a psychiatric or mental health unit.
About this Position:
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
An eligibility list may be established.
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.
This is your opportunity to build your career and to gain a better understanding of all the public service has to offer, such as competitive employee benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with an award winning employer.
The BC Public Service encourages a healthy work/life balance that enables you to take advantage of the community and surrounding area in which you live.
For more information, please visit What The BC Public Service Offers You.How to Apply:
Resume:
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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.
Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.
The Hospital And Community (Health Care And Other Services) Covid-19 Vaccination Status Information And Preventive Measures Public Health Order defines vaccination requirements in health care locations and where public service staff interact with certain heath care locations.
