MCFD is a service provider for children, youth and families. Its programs focus on prevention, support and intervention, ensuring families have the resources to succeed.
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Join a team that makes a difference. Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) professionals work directly with Indigenous Child and Family Service Agencies (ICFSA), Indigenous service partners, social service agencies, foster caregivers, as well as cross-government and social sector partners to deliver inclusive, respectful and accessible services to children, youth and families.
Child Protection Workers specialize in developing plans with families to ensure the safety of children and youth through assessment and collaboration. They receive, assess and respond to concerns of child abuse and neglect by interviewing parents, children and youth, assessing strengths and needs, working with appropriate agencies, developing safety plans and determining if children or youth are in need of protection.
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CYMH Clinicians specialize in supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of children, youth and their families. They assess mental health needs, provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions and collaborate with families, schools and community partners to develop individualized care plans. Clinicians play a key role in early intervention, crisis response and ongoing mental health treatment for young people facing complex challenges.
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MCFD is a service provider for children, youth and families. Its programs focus on prevention, support and intervention, ensuring families have the resources to succeed. Explore topics below.
Specialized mental health services to support children and their families who are living with mental health challenges.
Learn more about child protection services in B.C.
Learn more about how to engage with youth, find specialized support for important transitions and access useful services to help keep your family together during challenging times.
Services are delivered through seven SDAs, a centralized services center and facilities. Indigenous Child and Family Service Agencies, community social service agencies and direct care providers, like foster caregivers and extended family care providers, also play a role.
To learn more about these service delivery areas and locations, check out our service lines and service delivery structure.
Location: Hosted virtually on Microsoft Teams
Time: 12 pm – 1 pm (PST – Vancouver time)