Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:Within the context of client and family-centered Recovery model, in accordance with established standards of professional practice, and vision and values of the organization, the Educator/Clinical Resource provides clinical education services including individual and group learning assessments, developing, implementing and evaluating clinical education programs and resources using specialized theory and knowledge of Substance Use and Mental Health, as well as teaching and learning principles and processes. Acts as a clinical resource by providing consultation and clinical support to the interdisciplinary care team, other professionals and students. Consults, confers, and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members, physicians, educational resources and other health care professionals to achieve excellence in client-centred education and research and in promotion of continuous quality improvement, resolution of clinical education issues, and coordination of activities required for progressive educational and clinical practice programs; takes corrective action with respect to individual and group learning needs and role models evidence informed best practices to support staff in achieving best client outcomes through in the moment education. QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Master’s degree in Social Work from a recognized program. Current registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers. Three (3) years’ recent, related experience working with clients with complex needs including outreach experience, primary care, mental health, and/or substance use, including one (1) years’ experience developing, implementing and/or delivering education services, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver’s License for local area travel. Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of the principles of recovery and trauma informed practice.Knowledge of the designated client population.Broad knowledge of substance use and a non-judgmental attitude towards working with clients with problematic substance use through their recovery. Broad knowledge of the application of a Strengths-Based approach in MHSU.Broad knowledge of evidence-based practice as it relates to MHSU.Broad knowledge of therapeutic counselling theories, principles, and approaches.Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation methodology.Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, objectives, methods, techniques of education relevant to substance use care. Comprehensive knowledge of other health disciplines and their role in client care.Broad knowledge of research methodology and processes.Comprehensive knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice, Cultural Safety, Harm Reduction and Recovery Oriented Care.Broad knowledge of behaviour management and ability to utilize non-violent crisis intervention strategies in a trauma informed manner.Demonstrated knowledge of the impact of colonization on Indigenous peoples.Broad knowledge of facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution techniques and demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.In-depth knowledge of VCH clinical documentation systems including PARIS, Intra-Health Profile EMR.Ability to assess clients at risk and knowledge of appropriate acts; eg. Mental Health Act, Adult Guardianship, Public Health Act as it relates to the rights and obligations of clients and staff.Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, facilitate and lead/coach.Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking in approach to teaching.Demonstrated ability to develop educational programs and material.Communicates effectively and in a culturally safe manner with client, caregivers and health care team, either one-on-one or in-groups.Demonstrated ability to function as an effective team member, leader, and facilitator.Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work direction.Demonstrated ability to promote a creative learning environment.Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.Demonstrated ability to provide effective consultation.Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.Physical ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.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.

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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.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.