Job Description

We have an exciting permanent part time (0.80 FTE) opportunity for a Mental Health Substance Use (MHSU) Counselling & Treatment Clinician to join our high functioning and well integrated Mental Health Eating Disorder team at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in beautiful Trail, B.C.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking an experienced therapeutic counsellor with group work skills and a demonstrated ability to complete client assessments through appropriate interventions.

What we offer:

Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package Career Growth Employer paid training/education Employer paid vacation (per collective agreement) Employer paid insurance premiums Extended Health & Dental coverage Contribution to Municipal Pension Plan Balanced lifestyle

What will you work on?

The Counselling & Treatment Clinician functions as a member of the larger Hospitals & Communities Integrated Services (HCIS) health care team and as a member of a specific MHSU multi-disciplinary team whose purpose is to ensure that persons with serious acute mental health problems and / or problematic substance use issues have access to timely, responsive, evidence based short term treatment and clinical supports across the continuum of available services.




The Counselling & Treatment Clinician provides, at the advanced practice level, assessment, treatment, service coordination, and as required, urgent response to the most complex clients, frequently with co-occurring disorders, who may also have serious functional impairment in the domains of physical health and personal, family, financial, occupational, and social life. The Counselling & Treatment Clinician functions as a primary clinician utilizing a variety of specialized treatment modalities/therapies for individuals, groups of clients and/or their families.

Scheduling Information:

Days of work are Tuesday to Friday and shift times are from 08:30 to 16:30 hours.

How will you create an impact?

Joining our IH team will allow you to challenge yourself professionally while enjoying all the personal pursuits available to you within this fantastic community.

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health... What we can do for you

We offer a work environment conducive to growth and development of strong skills and a work environment that supports and promotes psychological health & safety for all. We offer the opportunity to have a balanced lifestyle that allows you to maintain the quality of life you desire.




If you are an experienced mental health professional and passionate about helping those in our community, apply today!


Education, Training and Experience:



Masters degree from an accredited educational institution in an Allied Health, Behavioural, or Social Science field relevant to the position.



Two years' recent related experience in a mental health and substance use environment or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.



Current valid B.C. driver's license (Class 5).

As part of your application, please ensure to:

Upload your resume, cover letter (if Out of Province indicate if you are relocating to the area and when) * Upload a copy of your Master's Degree