Eating Disorders Counsellor (Bachelors)

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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 a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide supportive counselling services to clients with eating disorders Identifies eating disorders-related client needs, and client strengths. Implements an outcome orientated therapeutic plan in conjunction with client, family and interdisciplinary team; provides services to clients and families such as individual, family and group supportive counselling, psycho-education, and promotion of healthy coping. Establishes and maintains relationships based on respect. Develops and enhances community communication/relationships, participates in team assessments of cases and meetings, maintains appropriate client records, engages in on going team planning and quality improvement activities, and maintains knowledge.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Psychology or other relevant clinical health science related discipline from an accredited institution. Two (2) years’ recent, related experience working with individuals with an eating disorder or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid BC Drivers License. Local area travel may require the use of a personal vehicle.Knowledge & AbilitiesKnowledge of the principles of recovery in mental illness.Broad knowledge of eating disorders, symptoms, and treatment. Broad knowledge of supportive counseling skills.Broad knowledge of other facilities and community resources.Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.Broad knowledge of adult education principles, methods and tools.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.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with clients and their families, colleagues, physicians, and other health care staff.Demonstrated ability to determine client strengths and needs and support healthy coping both one-on-one and in groups.Demonstrated listening and information seeking skills that promotes communication and lead to a co-operative approach to problem solving within a multidisciplinary setting.Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities.Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate and coach clients both one-on-one and in groups.Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events.Demonstrated ability to problem solve.Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with conflict situations.Demonstrated ability to provide consultation, facilitation and work direction.Demonstrated skill in CPR techniquesSkilled in the use of equipment, and in the techniques appropriate for treatment.Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized client care information system and word processing, spreadsheet, Internet and e-mail 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.