Child & Youth Outreach Counsellor

Island Health
📍 Mount Waddington, British Columbia, Canada 💼 Casual 🕒 Posted March 18, 2026

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:


Education, Training And Experience



Baccalaureate Degree in a health related discipline from an approved post-secondary institution. Eligible for registration with the appropriate Health Regulatory College and/or licensing body. Two (2) years' recent related experience in areas requiring frequent crisis intervention and risk assessment, understanding of mental health and substance use issues; psychiatric and suicide risk assessments, crisis intervention and response techniques and strategies, knowledge of available programs and services; knowledge of applicable legislation, such as the Mental Health Act, Child Protection legislation, Infants Act; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Drivers' License.



Skills And Abilities



  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Ability to organize, coordinate, and prioritize own work.

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Job Details

  • Location Mount Waddington, British Columbia
  • Job Type Casual
  • Category Counselors, Social Workers, and Other Community and Social Service Specialists
  • Posted Date March 18, 2026
  • Application Deadline April 27, 2026