Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW) - MHSU Outpatient Services at Vancouver Coastal Health

The salary range for this position is CAD $44.85/Hr. - CAD $56.02/Hr.

Come work as a Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW) with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Within the context of a client/patient and family-centred framework and continuum based care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision, values and policies of the organization, the Registered Clinical Social Worker works independently as a member of an interdisciplinary team specializing in mental health assessment and treatment. The Registered Clinical Social Worker conducts complex psychosocial assessments and determines client mental health diagnosis based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Provides evidence-based psychotherapy and treatment of psychological disorders through provision of therapeutic interventions, education, and consultation to clients/patients/families. Provides clinical recommendations to the interdisciplinary team regarding the most effective form of treatment based on the diagnosis. Delivers education to individuals, couples, families, and community professionals. Assesses clients’ progress, ensures complete documentation, and provides ongoing support.

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited University.
• Minimum five (5) years recent, related clinical experience in therapeutic, diagnostic and consultation services in the designated scope of practice areas of mental health & substance use services.
• Psychotherapeutic experience working with individuals and groups with psychological stress, trauma or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
• Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers as a Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW).
• Valid B.C. Driver’s License may be required as local area travel may require the use of a vehicle and will be listed on the posting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of evidence supported therapeutic psychotherapy and other interventions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the DSM and application for assessment purposes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of comprehensive psychosocial and psychological assessment, including semi-structured diagnostic assessment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic, diagnostic and consultation techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic interventions, including the establishment of treatment goals and plans and differential treatment planning.
• Demonstrated ability in providing psychotherapy to address psychological stress and trauma.
• Demonstrated ability to apply of Trauma Informed Principles to practice.
• Demonstrated ability to apply a harm reduction approach.
• Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the scope of practice, code of ethics and standards of practice for the Clinical Social Work designation under the BC College of Social Work.
• Demonstrated understanding of health care ethics and ability to incorporate ethical decision making in practice.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures as it relates to the rights of clients and obligations of staff including understanding of the Mental Health Act.
• Broad knowledge of substance use issues and treatment.
• Broad knowledge of application of standard of practice related to professional boundaries.
• Broad knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a team member, leader and facilitator.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with, and deal effectively with, co-workers, clients and their families, both one-on-one and in groups.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive risk assessments.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict situations and aggressive behavior and use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioral management techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
• Basic computer literacy.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.