Mental Health Clinician/Clinical Supervisor

• Live, work, and play in Prince Rupert, or Terrace, BC! 
• Finish each day knowing that you have made a difference in the lives of others
• Receive full benefits and competitive compensation, plus relocation assistance

About Northwest Inter-Nation Family & Community Services Society

Northwest Inter-Nation Family & Community Services Society (NIFCS) is an Indigenous-based agency that provides family support, guardianship, and caregiver services to seven First Nations communities in the Northwest region of British Columbia. NIFCS knows that our strength lies not only in the words we stand by, but most importantly through the actions of our initiatives. NIFCS is guided by cultural knowledge, values, and wisdom and supported with strategic governance by a First Nations board of directors, representing each community.

NIFCS aims is to be a beacon of light to the seven communities, with the focus on delivering holistic, and community-based programs and services that meet the distinct needs of families. When programs and services are community-based and community-driven, then sustainable community-building actions take place, and communities achieve and promote their own health and well-being.

For more info about NIFCS, please visit our website.

About the Opportunity

NIFCS is currently looking for dedicated Mental Health Clinicians and a Clinical Supervisor to work in our Prince Rupert or Terrace, BC offices on a full-time basis. Travel between locations may be required, and occasionally on reserve to support our clients (to clients’ residences, Indigenous communities, foster care homes, and other locations as necessary). Clinicians based in Prince Rupert may be required to work in Hartley Bay or Kitkatla on a rotational basis as needed. 

The Clinician will work in consultation with our team to provide a continuum of culturally appropriate services for children, youth, and their families that focus on holistic health and promote their psychological, physical and spiritual well-being in order to achieve balance, harmony, and good quality of life. 

The Clinical Supervisor will act as the Senior Clinician by providing direction and leadership to professional staff within the mental health team and plan, develop, manage and evaluate the delivery of mental health services for children, youth, and families in the local community.

More About You

In order to qualify for the Clinician role, you will possess a Doctorate or Master's in Counselling or Clinical Psychology, Child and Youth Care, Social Work (Clinical Specialty or equivalent training/education), and 2 years of related experience.

In order to qualify for the Clinical Supervisor role, you will possess a minimum Master’s in Counselling or Clinical Psychology, Nursing, Psychiatric Care, or a related field, and be an active member in an appropriate professional regulatory body such as CCPA, CPA, CAMFT, RCC, RSW, along with 2-5 years of supervisory experience of clinical workers.

Previous experience working with Indigenous people, communities, or organizations and clinical experience working in child and youth mental services are considered assets. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered. A valid Class 5 driver's license is required for both positions, along with a clean driving abstract. 

To excel in these roles, you will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, a high level of confidentiality, and the ability to work under pressure with professionalism. You possess the ability to recognize and respect all cultural diversity with an understanding of diverse Indigenous cultures and traditional approaches to practice, specifically in remote communities, and their inherent challenges and barriers.

Please note: Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Indigenous Ancestry. All employees of NIFCS are required to submit a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Screening and comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), its regulations, and all occupational health and safety policies and procedures.  

About the Benefits

In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you will enjoy a competitive wage of $37.66 - $46.15/hr for Clinicians, and $90k+/yr for the Clinical Supervisor, evaluated based on skills and experience, plus a wide range of union benefits based on our collective agreement, including:

• Extended health benefits
• Pension plan 
• Remote community incentive after certain years of employment ($3000-$6000/yr!)
• Life and disability insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Negotiable vacation
• Professional development opportunities 
• Vehicle/transportation provided for work purposes
• Regular team days for employee bonding and appreciation! 

Are you ready to take on a rewarding role that makes a true difference in the lives of people within Indigenous communities? Apply today!