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BCMSA & BCACC Launch New Mental Health Helpline for BC Municipal Workers

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BCACC is pleased to announce the launch of a mental health helpline for BC Municipal Workers through the new “Connections to Care” program. The British Columbia Municipal Safety Association (BCMSA) has partnered with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) to introduce a phone service that connects municipal workers seeking counselling services with mental health professionals.

Under the program, Municipal Workers (Category 753004) can seek support via phone between 7 AM to 10 PM, Monday to Friday. The call team comprises Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs) and master’s level students in their final year. The team is supervised by a BCACC-certified Approved Clinical Supervisor (RCC – ACS). The team will help callers by providing the necessary therapeutic support, connection to resources, and referrals if required. Confidentiality is crucial, and callers will not be asked for their names, phone numbers, or any identifiable information.

This exciting new venture aims to reduce the cost barriers, wait times, and the potential stigma associated with seeking mental health services.

The Connection to Care team can be reached at 778 247 2273 (CARE) and is currently open to anyone working within the WorkSafe BC Classification Unit 753004, the Local Government, and Related Operations.

For more info: Cision News: BCMSA Partners with BCACC to Launch Helpline for BC Municipal Workers

To view the new Connections to Care website: connectiontocare.ca