Vocational Rehabilitation Counsellor | MHSU Services

Position Summary
We are looking for a relief full time Vocational Rehabilitation Counsellor to join the MHSU Services team at the Vernon Health Centre in beautiful and sunny Vernon, B.C. This relief position is until the return of the incumbent.

Interior Health and our partner agencies provide a range of mental health and substance use services for all ages. We strive to ensure that our services are welcoming of all peoples, gender identities, cultures, ethnicities and backgrounds.

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated professional to join our mental health team. If you have a passion for helping people rebuild their lives through meaningful employment, this role is for you. You’ll work directly with clients recovering from mental health and substance use challenges-guiding them through job planning, search, placement, and ongoing support. You’ll collaborate with case managers, community partners, and employers to break down barriers and open doors to inclusive, competitive work opportunities. If you believe work can be a powerful part of recovery and want to be part of a dynamic, client-centered team, we want to hear from you!

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?

This position provides supported employment services to a caseload of clients recovering from severe mental illnesses and/or substance use disorders who are seeking competitive employment in an integrated community setting by performing duties such as: assessing and evaluating client's vocational rehabilitation needs; developing vocational rehabilitation plans based on individual preferences, needs and abilities; collaborating with Case Managers and members of the multidisciplinary team to integrate vocational goals into mental health treatment plan; providing vocational rehabilitation counselling to clients on an individual basis and in accordance with pertinent legislation and Interior Health’s policies; conducting job development, direct marketing and job search activities in collaboration with community employers; negotiating job accommodations and workplace agreements; and advocating on behalf of the client in accomplishing their goals of returning to the workforce.

Scheduling Information:

Shift times are from 08:30 to 16:30 hours. Days of work are Monday to Friday.

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 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.

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

Qualfications
Education, Training and Experience:

• Completion of a recognized Bachelor’s Degree in an applicable social or health sciences program.

• Two (2) year's recent related experience providing vocational rehabilitation counselling and job marketing/development to individuals with severe mental illnesses and/or substance use disorders, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Eligibility for certification as a rehabilitation professional with a recognized association.

• Appropriate valid BC driver’s license (Class V).

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 Bachelor’s Degree