BC Public Service

SPO MH 24 - Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) Clinician

BC Public Service$90K — $103K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Counselling, Social Work, Educational Counselling, Clinical Counselling, Clinical Psychology, or Child and Youth Care.
  • Minimum of one year of full-time experience providing community-based mental health services to children and youth.
  • Preference for two or more years of relevant experience with youth and families.
  • Completion of a Child and Youth Mental Health practicum within the past two years is preferred.
  • Training in suicide risk assessment and safety planning aligned with CYMH policy is desirable.
  • Foundational training in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is a plus.
  • Valid B.C. Class 5 driver's license required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct clinical services including intake, assessment, and treatment for children and youth.
  • Conduct suicide risk assessments and develop safety plans as needed.
  • Collaborate with team members and community agencies to ensure comprehensive client care.
  • Offer individual, group, and family therapy to clients aged 0-18.
  • Engage in regular clinical discussions and training opportunities for professional growth.
  • Support coordinated, client-centered care alongside Indigenous service providers.

Benefits

  • Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • Work in a supportive and passionate team environment.
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.
  • Involvement in integrated care approaches within the community.
  • Eligibility for future permanent and temporary positions within the organization.
Full Job Description
Posting Title

SPO MH 24 - Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) Clinician

Position Classification

Social Prog Off (CYMH) R24

Union

GEU

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$90,774.07 - $103,579.21 annually, which includes a 4 Grid Market Adjustment*

Close Date

8/3/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

Service Delivery

Job Summary

Team
The Fraser Cascade Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) team is a small, regional team that supports children, youth, and families across the area. In this role, you will provide counselling services and collaborate closely with community CYMH and Indigenous CYMH teams to support coordinated, client-centred care.

Our CYMH team is comprised of master's-level clinicians, outreach support workers, and supportive team leaders. As part of our team process, you will have a Clinical Supervisor. We work alongside school districts, health partners, and Indigenous service providers to offer responsive and integrated care for children and youth experiencing mental health challenges. We provide regular opportunities for training and clinical discussions, empowering each team member to grow in their practice.

Role
As a CYMH Clinician on our team, you'll provide direct clinical services including intake services, assessment, treatment, suicide risk assessment, safety planning, and crisis intervention for ages 0-18. You will work closely with team members, community agencies, schools, hospitals, and other ministry programs to provide comprehensive care, including individual, group and family therapy for children, youth, and families. You will have the opportunity to work with a supportive and passionate team to make a meaningful positive difference in the lives of children, youth, and their families facing emotional and behavioral challenges. This role is ideal for those who value meaningful client relationships, teamwork, and lifelong learning. To learn more about the role and what it's like to be part of our CYMH teams, we invite you to watch our short Child and Youth Mental Health video.

We currently have 1 permanent fulltime vacancy available in Agassiz: (For more information about this location, click on the community name): Agassiz

An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and/or temporary vacancies in: (For more information about this location, click on the community name): Agassiz

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

  • Master's in Counselling, Social Work, Educational Counselling, Clinical Counselling, Clinical Psychology or Child and Youth Care or comparable graduate degree at the Master's level in a similar subject may be considered.
    • 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 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.

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.
  • Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.
  • Have completed a Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) practicum within the past two years.
  • Have completed CYMH training in suicide risk assessment and safety planning aligned with recent CYMH policy on suicide risk assessment and safety planning
  • Have completed foundational Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) training (30 hrs)
  • Have completed training in DBT-C (for Children)

Additional Requirements:
  • You must possess and maintain a valid B.C. Class 5 driver's license (note - if you currently have a valid driver's license in Canada, and if you are the successful applicant, you must acquire a valid B.C. Class 5 driver's license immediately).

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



About this Position:
There is currently one (1) full time permanent position available in Agassiz.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

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.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.

Job Category

Social Services

Additional Information

Job Profile - SPO MH 24 - Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) Clinician - 124527

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