The Surrey Newton Child and Youth Mental Health Team is a diverse and passionate group of professionals committed to supporting the mental well-being of children and youth. Our team includes experienced clinicians, a dedicated nurse, and an early childhood specialist who work together to provide vital mental health services. We partner closely with families and communities to create supportive environments for young people facing serious emotional, behavioral, or psychiatric challenges. What sets this team apart is our strong sense of collaboration, mutual respect, and dedication to making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.
The Role
As a CYMH Clinician (Nurse), you’ll provide direct clinical services, including intake, assessment, treatment, and crisis intervention, to support children, youth, and their families. You’ll work closely with community agencies, schools, hospitals, and other programs to ensure comprehensive care. Your work will have a lasting impact, as you build strong relationships with clients, families, and community partners to coordinate services, resolve conflicts, and influence positive outcomes. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing emotional and behavioral challenges. To learn more about the important work we do to support children, youth, and families, please view our short video Child and Youth Mental Health. It shares valuable insights and personal stories that highlight the impact you can have in this role.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
* Registered or eligible for immediate registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
* 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 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.
* Must possess and maintain a valid class 5 BC Driver’s license with no restriction or equivalent (i.e., from another Canadian Province).
Preference may be given to applicants with the following:
* Two 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.
* Trained in evidence-based treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and/or Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT).
Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of willingness/proviso requirements.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Johnny.Lo@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
* There is one (1) regular/permanent full-time vacancy in Surrey Newton.
* This position is also posted as a SPO MH 24 under REQ 120015 and an LP 5A under REQ 120062.
* Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
* An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in the CYMH South Fraser Service Delivery area of Surrey.
* 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.
Working for the BC Public Service:
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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies, and other position-related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile.
Note: No cover letter is required. A resume is required but may not be used for initial shortlisting. You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire that takes approximately 60 minutes to demonstrate how you meet the requirements, including educational and employment details.
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