Team Leader | Mental Health ACSS

Position Summary
Interior Health has an exciting relief ¬¬full-time opportunity now available for a Team Leader, Mental Health Adult Community Support Services (ACSS) at the Vernon Health Centre in beautiful Vernon, B.C. This relief position is until October 9, 2027 or return of the incumbent.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a collaborative and experienced leader who is passionate about delivering high quality Mental Health & Substance Use services and supporting multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate is a confident clinical professional with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills who can balance operational responsibilities with direct client care. The Team Leader is someone approachable, organized, and able to foster a positive team environment while supporting staff development, clinical excellence, and continuous quality improvement. The successful candidate will be adaptable, relationship-focused, and committed to providing client and family-centred care while building strong partnerships with community agencies and service providers.

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?

As a Team Leader within Community Mental Health, the incumbent holds the responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day operations and clinical supervision of staff within specific programs. This role entails providing program support, fostering relationships with community partners, and offering mentorship and guidance to clinical personnel within the program.

The Team Leader assumes a pivotal role in providing line leadership, supervision, and clinical support, while also addressing service delivery challenges within multidisciplinary Mental Health & Substance Use teams. Additionally, direct client care is administered as necessary to ensure optimal service provision.

Furthermore, the Team Leader is dedicated to delivering high-quality, client-centered programs across various community service settings, while establishing effective liaisons with local agencies and service providers. In close collaboration with the Program Manager, the Team Leader contributes to the planning, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of clinical practices to uphold superior client care outcomes.

Scheduling Information:

Shift times are from 08:00 to 16:00 hours. Days of work are Monday to Friday.

How Will You Make 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.

Mental health professionals are able to improve the outlook for people who may feel hopeless and lost as well as improve the navigation of services for families.

How Will We Help You Grow?

The Team Leader will be a part of a supportive team and will have the opportunity to develop knowledge of all community based Mental Health & Substance Use services. In addition, the team lead will have the opportunity to support a larger vision of substance use services. There is ongoing opportunity to mentorship and education.

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

We offer a work environment conducive to growth and development of strong clinical 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.

Come live, work and play where others only vacation. Make a difference. Love your work. Apply today!

Qualfications
Education, Training, and Experience:

• A Master’s Degree (from an accredited educational institution) in a social or behavioral science field relevant to the position.
• Four years recent related experience including experience in individual, family and group modalities of practice in the clinical specialty of the assigned area.
• One year recent experience in a leadership capacity, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current valid BC 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