Team Leader (S2B) - Mental Health & Substance Use

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JOB SUMMARY:Within the context of a patient/client and family-centred framework and continuum-based care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision, values and policies of the organization, the Team Leader, Mental Health & Substance Use is responsible to oversee and coordinate the delivery/daily activities of mental health and substance use services for the designated program. Plans and implements therapeutic mental health programs/services for clients with complex mental health and substance use issues, ensures services provide a high standard of care and promotes interdisciplinary practice and collaboration. Evaluates services to ensure program/service needs are met and liaises with key stakeholders on the achievement of program goals and objectives. Provides leadership and supervision to community health nurses and allied health professionals. Utilizes human resources policies and procedures to recruit and select staff. Develops policies and procedures, coordinates care and provides treatments for clients including group facilitation, planning and evaluation, as applicable to program. Conducts mental health and psychosocial assessments and coordinates requests for vacation, education and leaves of absence. This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.QUALIFICATIONS:QUALIFICATIONSEducation & Experience Master’s degree in Allied Health discipline from a recognized program. Five (5) years’ recent related experience providing mental health and substance use clinical services for designated program and/or group facilitation including three (3) years’ post masters level supervisory leadership experience, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Valid BC Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle for business-related purposes, as required.Knowledge & AbilitiesComprehensive knowledge of mental illness and substance use issues including current trends, best practices and modalities of treatment.Broad knowledge of mental health and substance use service delivery system, service mandates, referral guidelines, legislation and government policies.Broad knowledge of group treatment modalities as applicable. Demonstrated ability to conduct mental health assessments, and to provide treatment planning and case coordination.Demonstrated ability to plan, implement, facilitate and evaluate group programs, as applicable.Demonstrated ability to function as an effective team leader, motivator, coach/mentor, and team member within a multidisciplinary setting.Demonstrated ability to model and foster a positive, collaborative, and respectful team-based environment. Demonstrated ability to provide clinical and administrative supervision and consultation.Demonstrated skills and ability to facilitate team building and to work both independently and collaboratively.Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events, problem solve, and deal effectively with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with clients and their families, colleagues, physician, and other health care staff, both one-on-one and in groups.Demonstrated listening and information seeking skills that promotes open and direct communication and leads to a cooperative approach to problem solving.Demonstrated ability to set priorities, organize work, and meet deadlines.Demonstrated ability to work effectively with community partners and with individuals from diverse backgrounds.Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.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.