Child & Family Intake Therapist (Masters)

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JOB SUMMARY:Within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, and vision and values of the organization, works as part of a multidisciplinary team providing a community service, to conduct the intake function for Child & Youth Mental Health Services. Performs initial screening, assessment, triage and referrals based on client needs, urgency of request and best practices to determine the appropriate treatment; manages the Child & Youth Mental Health Services waitlist, and maintains and provides accurate intake/referral data and statistics. Provides treatment services including crisis intervention, individual therapy, play therapy, family therapy and group work with children and/ or youth and their families. Educates and provides consultation to client/family; provides information to health providers and the general public; collaborates with colleagues and liaises with schools, Ministry of Children and Family Development, community agencies, hospitals, and other service providers; and participates in committees and community initiatives.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Master’s degree in a behavioural science from a recognized program. Two (2) years’ recent related experience working with children and youth in a mental health setting, 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 & AbilitiesBroad knowledge of child and youth developmental theory.Broad knowledge of psychotherapeutic and counseling skills.Broad knowledge of psychopharmacology (indications and side-effects).Broad knowledge of neuropsychiatric conditions and care.Broad knowledge of community resources.Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.Broad knowledge of psychoeducation principles and methods.Broad knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures that relate to children and youth.Demonstrated ability to apply a variety of theoretical models to practice in assessment and intervention.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with colleagues, physicians, school counselors, clients and their families, students, and other service providers in health and social services, both one-on-one and in groups.Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of theory and practice to a case management process.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 adjust to new or unexpected events.Demonstrated ability to problem solve.Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with conflict situations.Ability to operate related equipment.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.