Therapist, Eating Disorders Masters

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NOW ACCEPTING LATE INTERNAL APPLICATIONS: Please note that the internal competition for this position is now closed, however we are still accepting late applications from qualified internal candidates. Should you choose to apply, your application will only be considered after on-time internal applicants have been considered.

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JOB SUMMARY:Within the context of a dynamic client and family-centred care model, and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision and values of the organization, including Indigenous Cultural Safety, cultural humility and anti-racism principles, works as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide advanced and specialized clinical counselling treatment services for the designated client population (adults, children and/or youth) with eating disorders. Performs psychosocial assessments; provides treatment services such as individual therapy, family therapy, and education. Provides consultation, case management and therapy on complex cases. Participates in the collaborative process of developing and adjusting treatment plans and initiates and participates in case conferences/meeting with clients and families. Provides information to families and the public, consults with other service providers, and collaborates with colleagues which may include school districts, physicians, community agencies, hospitals and others. Provides referrals to appropriate community treatment alternatives and services. Participates in committees, community initiatives, team meetings, community education and engages in ongoing team planning and quality improvement activities. QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Master's degree in Counselling, Counselling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Education with a Counselling Specialization, Social Work, or other relevant clinical health science related discipline from an accredited institution. Two (2) years’ recent related experience providing individual, group and/or family therapy and clinical counselling to the designated client population within the program (Adult or Child and Youth) with disordered eating, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Current full registration with applicable regulatory College or eligibility for registration with the appropriate professional body or association, as applicable.Valid BC Driver’s License. Local travel may require the use of a personal vehicle.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of the principles of recovery in mental illness.Comprehensive knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of disordered eating in the designated client population including best practices and modalities of treatment.Comprehensive knowledge of specialized psychotherapeutic and clinical counselling skills.Broad knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures relating to clients and their families.General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety. Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.Broad knowledge of community resources, service mandates and referral guidelines.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with clients and their families, colleagues, physicians, nurse practitioners and other health care professionals, both one-on-one and in groups.Demonstrated listening and information seeking skills that promote communication and lead to a co-operative approach to problem solving within an interdisciplinary team.Demonstrated ability to provide supervision, consultation, leadership and facilitation.Demonstrated ability to set priorities, organize work and meet deadlines.Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in collaboration with others as a member of an interdisciplinary team.Demonstrated ability to conduct mental health assessments and provide treatment planning and case coordination.Demonstrated ability to work effectively with community partners.Demonstrated ability to problem solve, adjust to new or unexpected events, and deal effectively with conflict situations.Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.Demonstrated ability to operated related office equipment.Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.Basic computer literacy and ability to operate a computerized client care information system and work processing, spread sheet, Internet and email software.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

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At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.