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 Psychology, or a comparable field.
  • At least one year of relevant full-time experience working with children and families in community mental health services.
  • Preference for two or more years of similar experience.
  • Indigenous applicants with the required education and experience will be prioritized.
  • Valid B.C. Class 5 driver's license is required. Minimum equivalence assessment needed for foreign degrees.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct clinical services including intake, assessment, and treatment for youth aged 0-18.
  • Conduct suicide risk assessments and safety planning as part of crisis intervention.
  • Deliver individual, group, and family therapy sessions.
  • Collaborate with community agencies, schools, hospitals, and ministry programs for comprehensive care.
  • Participate in a supportive team environment to foster positive relationships with clients.

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid work options available, allowing work from home.
  • Opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families.
  • Access to professional development and lifelong learning resources.
  • Potential for future temporary and permanent positions within an established eligibility list.
  • Supportive and passionate team setting focused on client relationships and teamwork.
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

Hybrid

Location

Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
Courtenay, BC V9N 8H5 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Parksville, BC V9P 2H7 CA

Salary Range

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

Close Date

10/7/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

Service Delivery

Job Summary

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 full-time permanent vacancies in the following locations: (For more information about this location, click on the community name): Nanaimo, Parksville

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): Nanaimo, Parksville, Courtenay, Campbell River

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.

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 are currently two (2) positions available:
  • One (1) full-time permanent position located in Nanaimo
  • One (1) full-time permanent position located in Parksville

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
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: 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.

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_Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) Clinician

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