Job Description

Posting Title
LP 6A - Team Leader, Eating Disorders (CYMH)
Position Classification
Licensed Psychologist 6A
Union
PEA
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$100,090.56 - $127,397.44 annually
Close Date
9/1/2025
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development
Ministry Branch / Division
South Fraser
Job Summary

The Team

At the Fraser South Child and Youth Eating disorder program, you'll join a dedicated team of 3 clinicians, a physician, psychiatrist, dietitian, and health care worker, alongside a team leader and admin. We work collaboratively to support children, youth, and families aged 8-19 who are navigating an eating disorder through evidenced based and goal-oriented support. Our diverse team values knowledge-sharing and mutual support, partnering closely with schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations. This team provides a welcoming and respectful environment where individuals can feel safe and supported to be able to serve the diverse families within the Fraser south communities.

The Role

In this role, you will supervise a team of 6 clinicians who provide direct clinical services, including intake, assessment, treatment, and crisis intervention for children, youth, and families. You will collaborate with team members, community agencies, schools, hospitals, and other ministry programs while conducting individual, group, and family therapy. Being a vital piece of the multidisciplinary team, your work will lead your team in the provision of a family engagement model of service to the youth and their families feeling confident in their ability to move through change and navigate eating disorder recovery. This role offers a hybrid model that offers the opportunity to work from home up to 1 day a week, based on flexible work agreements

Qualifications:

Education and Experience Requirements

Ph.D. in clinical/applied psychology, and registered with, or eligible for, registration with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia. Completion of a psychological pre-or post-doctoral internship of 1600 hours in a child and youth mental health or hospital setting with specialization in formal psychological assessment, diagnoses and treatment of mental health disorders. Experience in clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology. Experience in the provision of mental health services to children, youth and their families. Experience supervising staff.
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 (2) or more years of experience in the provision of mental health services for eating disorders to children, youth and their families. Six (6) or more months of experience leading staff in a supervisory capacity. (supervising practicum students is not considered equivalent)




Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of willingness/ proviso requirements.



For questions regarding this position, please contact Chipo.Mcnichols@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:

There is one (1) Full-Time Permanent position available.

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to one (1) day at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.

Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent, full time and part time vacancies.

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.

This position is also posted as an Nurse 9 under REQ 120685 and an SPO 30 under REQ 120684.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.



We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.



The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Metis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO

- Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES

- Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES

- You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.



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Job Category
Social Services