Job Description

Posting Title
SPO MH 24 - CYMH Clinician
Position Classification
Social Prog Off (CYMH) R24
Union
GEU
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
Cloverdale, BC V3S 4P9 CA

Delta, BC V4L 2M1 CA

Langley, BC V3A 8T1 CA

Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)

Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA

White Rock, BC V4B 4M2 CA

Salary Range
$85,563.25 - $97,633.20 annually, which includes a 4 Grid Temporary Market Adjustment*
Close Date
7/28/2025
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development
Ministry Branch / Division
South Fraser SDA
Job Summary

The Team

In South Fraser, CYMH teams operate in vibrant, growing communities with a deep commitment to collaboration and innovation. Working across multiple locations, our clinicians are part of a broad network of professionals supporting children, youth, and families through a full spectrum of mental health services.

We value inclusive practice, strong community partnerships, and ongoing learning, and we strive to provide a welcoming and supportive environment for both staff and clients.

The Role

As a Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) Clinician, you'll support the mental wellness of children, youth, and families through direct clinical services such as intake, assessment, treatment, suicide risk assessment, safety planning, and crisis intervention for ages 0-19. Working flexibly across homes, schools, communities, and offices, you'll collaborate with professionals including educators, healthcare providers, Indigenous service organizations, and community agencies to deliver holistic care. This role is ideal for those who value meaningful client relationships, teamwork, and lifelong learning. To learn more about the role and what it's like to be part of our CYMH teams, we invite you to watch our short Child and Youth Mental Health video.



We currently have vacancies in the following locations (For more information about a specific location, click on the community name):


Cloverdale, Newton, North Surrey



An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and/or temporary vacancies for the following locations as well as those listed above: (For more information about a specific location, click on the community name):



White Rock, Delta and Langley

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Master's degree in Counselling, Social Work, Educational Counselling, Clinical Counselling, Clinical Psychology or Child and Youth Care or comparable graduate degree at the Master's level in a similar subject may be considered. + 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).
+ Applicants near completion of their Master's Degree may be considered at a lower classification
Minimum of 1 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.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:


Preference may be given to applicants with 2+ years of experience working with children and youth and their families, with responsibility for providing a wide range of community based mental health services. Preference may be given to applicants with experience in early childhood education. Preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as having an Indigenous heritage (First Nations, Metis, or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.




WILLINGNESS STATEMENTS/PROVISOS


You must possess and maintain a valid B.C. Class 5 driver's license (note - if you currently have a valid driver's license in Canada, and if you are the successful applicant, you must acquire a valid B.C. Class 5 driver's license immediately). May be required to work evening/weekends. May be required to work with families and children and youth who are distressed and facing challenges which may occasionally involve exposure to unpleasant situations or behaviour with angry, abusive, or abused clients; exposure to hazards from frequently working around parents and/or children in crisis who may display volatile behaviour.




For questions regarding this position, please contact Derek.Hockley@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:

There are three (3) full time permanent opportunities available in Cloverdale, one (1) full-time permanent opportunity in Newton, and one (1) temporary opportunity North Surrey for seven (7) months. This temporary opportunity may be extended or become permanent.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary vacancies. Temporary offers made from the eligibility list may become permanent.

Any temporary opportunities from this competition may be shortened, extended or become permanent.

The list of locations on the posting are not exhaustive and the e-list may be used to fill other locations within the South Fraser Service Delivery Area (SDA).

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

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

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work a hybrid schedule as per the Telework Agreement upon discussion with supervisor.

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:

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

- A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES

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



Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.



Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR


Job Category
Health Services, Social Services