Job Location: Vancouver Island

Integrated Child & Youth Clinical Counsellor

 

Under the Pathway to Hope, the Province began to establish Integrated Child and Youth (ICY) teams in the fall of 2021. These community-based multidisciplinary teams deliver wraparound mental health and substance use services and supports for children and youth (birth to age 19) and their families. The service delivery is flexible and outbound, reflecting the preferences of children, youth, and families.

 

As an Integrated Child & Youth Clinical Counsellor (ICY -CC), you will provide therapeutic counselling to children and youth through a compassionate lens of prevention and intervention, while supporting their progress along the way. You will work collaboratively with school teams, community partners, and the Integrated Child and Youth (ICY) team to advocate for the needs of young people and help guide multidisciplinary decision-making. As a leader, you will supervise Youth Peer Support Workers, cultivate a supportive clinical environment, and deliver workshops and ongoing training to families, district staff, and community agencies as determined by the ICY team. You will also lead clinical counselling groups for children, youth, and families as needed, contributing to a strong and connected circle of care. Whether coordinating with external agencies, contributing to team meetings, or providing support during critical incidents, you will play an essential part in creating a responsive, collaborative, and caring network for children and youth.

 

The ICY-CC is required to be available to perform work outside of regular working hours, on occasion. This role does not follow the school calendar and works 12 months of the year.

 

Current Salary Range: $97,884 – $122,355 with a competitive benefit and municipal pension package.
Assignment: Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 4:30 with flexibility for evenings and weekends
Location: Dufferin Learning Centre
A full job description is available here

Work, Live, and Play!

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools (NLPS) respectfully acknowledges that we operate within the traditional territories of the Snuneymuxw, Snaw Naw As and Stz’uminus First Nations. For countless generations, these Coast Salish Peoples have stewarded these lands and waters, enriching them with their deep-rooted cultural heritage, traditional knowledge, and spiritual connections. The teachings and ways of being come directly from the land and through the hul’q’umi’num language. We recognize and honour the enduring presence and contributions of the Coast Salish Peoples to our shared community.

 

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools employs more than 2,250 professionals, all committed to the education of our nearly 16,000 students. All members of our staff are integral to our excellent education system and our positive workplaces, supporting our district goals: Student Success, Student and Employee Wellness and Truth and Reconciliation.

 

Your Education and Experience 

Education and Professional Certification

• The successful candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology, Educational Psychology, Psychology or a related field and must include a 300-hour supervised school-based practicum or equivalent.
• Is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and meet educational and training criteria to be a member of the BC Association of Clinical counsellors (BCACC) or a Registered Clinical Social Worker with the BC College of Social Workers (BCCSW).

 

Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience working with families, children, and youth in a clinical counselling setting.
• Experience in clinical and/or educational interventions with children, adolescents, and families (including crisis intervention).
• Recent training and successful experience in mental health initiatives and suicide assessment and prevention.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience liaising between community partners.
• Experience in schools and/or detailed knowledge of kindergarten – grade 12 education an asset.
• Experience in inter-ministerial work and/or familiarity with multiple provincial Ministries an asset.
• Experience supporting children ages 6-12 an asset.

How and Where to apply:

How to Apply  

Please apply on Make a Future at https://buff.ly/OqGVNns by clicking the Apply button next to the job details. Applications should include a cover letter, a detailed personal résumé, and any other relevant supporting documentation related to your education.

Please note:  Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools thanks all applicants for their interest in working with us, however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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Closing Date: 03/27/2026

Who are we? Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District #68

Contact Information:

Victoria Krivtchoun

[email protected]

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools

 

 

WorkSafeBC

 

Mental Health Specialist – Clinical Counsellor or Social Worker

Reference: 039800

Duration: Permanent, Full Time

Location: 6951 Westminster Hwy Richmond BC

Salary: $48.46 – $52.35/hourly; $91,365 – $98,687/annually

 

Are you a professional in the field of mental health with experience supporting people in psychological distress? We have an opportunity for a Mental Health Specialist to provide supportive interventions to injured workers in their recovery and return to work.

 

You’ll work in partnership with WorkSafeBC clients in distress, with internal staff, and with external stakeholders to identify and respond to risk situations. You’ll play an integral role in providing support to injured workers and their families during periods of psychological distress, collaborate with community mental health resources and service providers, and serve as a resource to claims management teams throughout the province.

 

How you’ll make a difference: You’ll provide compassionate, supportive service to people injured at work.

 

Where you’ll work

At WorkSafeBC, we currently offer a hybrid work model that combines working remotely, and in our offices, based on the operational needs of the position.

 

• Receive and review WorkSafeBC suicide risk reports, investigate, assess, and then prepare a Mental Health Service Plan that identifies risks, provides supports, and makes recommendations to WorkSafeBC staff regarding how to best communicate with the vulnerable worker
• Support, and in some cases communicate appellate body claims decisions to vulnerable workers, including traumatized clients and workers at risk for suicide
• Share your experience with internal colleagues and claims management staff to empower/encourage/mentor them to effectively manage complex mental health issues
• Communicate and uphold the mandate of WorkSafeBC to manage the risk of suicide in the most supportive way to clients, their families, external stakeholders, and WorkSafeBC staff
• Build partnerships and networks with clients at risk of suicide and their families, internal staff, and other stakeholders to establish positive long-term relationships
• Deliver presentations on suicide risk identification and response to WorkSafeBC staff

 

We’re looking for someone who can:

• Demonstrate understanding of current mental health issues and programs as they relate to depression, chronic pain, and suicidality
• Facilitate understanding, diffuse hostility, resolve conflict, and provide critical incident support to clients, while being sensitive to their needs
• Prepare, present, and explain information, often controversial in nature, both orally and in writing, using clear and concise language to individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of understanding
• Work as a part of a team whose focus is on consulting, guiding, and motivating clients, often who have physical and mental health conditions, to achieve treatment goals

 

Your background and experience

• A master’s degree in a related discipline such as social sciences, social work, clinical/forensic/counselling psychology, or a bachelor’s degree in social work
• Experience that demonstrates a broad knowledge of mental health and crisis intervention — four years of directly related experience with a master’s degree or six years of directly related experience with a bachelor’s degree
• Registration or eligible to register with a professional college or regulatory body is required (e.g., RSW, RCC, CCC)
• A valid B.C. driver’s license

 

Important to know

Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:

• Successfully meet the legal requirements under the Criminal Records Review Act to work with children and/or vulnerable adults
• Confirm you’re legally entitled to work in Canada

 

Who are we?

At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We’re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.

 

What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?

It’s challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.

 

Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.

 

Learn more: Discover who we are.

 

Our benefits

As a member of our team, you’ll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work — and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:

• Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
• 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
• Extensive health care and dental benefits
• Optional leave and earned-time-off arrangements
• Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)
• Reimbursement towards two annual professional memberships (e.g., College and association)

Learn more : Find out what we offer.

 

Want to apply?

Applications are welcomed immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.

Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.

 

How and Where to apply:

Please apply online at: https://rita.cegid.cloud/go/6938638ba84f832da9d1df07/5c8a5d7401536405b8bc6ad5/en

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Closing Date: 01/11/2026

Who are we? WorkSafeBC

WorkSafeBC

Contact Information:

Dina Grandilli c/o: Cegid Inc.

(514) 287-1561

[email protected]

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