Evaluation Specialist, Mental Health & Substance Use (MHSU)

Surrey, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 23, 2026
1 position

$39–$56 / hour

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Employment type: Temporary
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Master’s degree
Apply by: Oct 21, 2027
Posting language: English
Working hours: 38 hours per week

Job summary

The Evaluation Specialist provides guidance and consultation for the design and delivery of Mental Health & Substance Use services. They lead research and evaluation projects, analyze outcome measures, and provide evidence-based recommendations to program leadership.

Job details

Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $38.88 - $55.89 / hour Job Summary Curious to learn what it’s like to work here? Connect with us! We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. If you're ready to join a team dedicated to providing care and support, apply now! Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of individuals and families, empowering them on their journey to recovery. To learn more about our MHSU programs and services, read employee insights, and current job vacancies, please visit this site: Fraser Health MHSU Take the next step and apply so we can continue the conversation with you. #LI-DNI Detailed Overview Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients/clients/residents and families: The Evaluation Specialist, Mental Health & Substance Use (MHSU) provides guidance and consultation in the evaluation of program design and delivery of MHSU services in Fraser Health (FH). Employs research methods for the identification, collection, analysis, and interpretation of outcome measures. Carries out reviews of related research and links evidence to the evaluation process. Reviews and assesses impact on services and staff resources; prepares reports and provides evidence-based recommendations related to FH MHSU program and service delivery models. Responsibilities Provides guidance and consultation to program leadership in evaluation of program design and delivery of MHSU services in Fraser Health. Leads planning, research, evaluation, and outcome measurement of FH MHSU services and initiatives. Works collaboratively with program Managers and teams to assess, determine and/or define required information to satisfy specific business requirements. Works with existing and external data sources, as well as develops new collection processes. Designs a practical evaluation model that integrates monitoring, self-assessment, planning and evaluation of program or health services (process and outcome measures). Serves as a consultant to MHSU colleagues and works in collaboration with other members of the MHSU Evaluation Team to make evidence-based recommendations regarding potential changes to programs, delivery of care and impacts on services and staff resources. Works collaboratively with MHSU programs to support the identification and development of meaningful performance and outcome measures. Coordinates and/or conducts evaluation and research projects through methods such as reviewing literature, designing methodology and tools, collecting, compiling, analyzing, interpreting, and reporting data. Facilitates the development, implementation, and maintenance of an ongoing evaluation process for MHSU program. Provides clearly written interpretive reports based on quantitative and qualitative evaluation analysis to MHSU leadership. Attends meetings on behalf of the Leader, MHSU Evaluation Team to offer support, guidance and expertise to others undertaking evaluation processes. Serves as a subject matter expert on best practices related to program evaluation, assessment, monitoring, study design, and research methodologies. Provides guidance to designated program research staff as required. Represents FH on internal and external industry and provincial committees as required. Qualifications Master’s Degree in a health science, social science, or related discipline with coursework in research methodologies, statistical analysis and evaluative research. Five (5) years' experience in related research/evaluation/decision support in public health, community health programs, acute care, or other health services. Experience with project management, program planning and evaluation. COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework of Clear, Caring and Courageous and creates the conditions for people to succeed. Professional/Technical Capabilities Demonstrated knowledge of health research methodology, principles, and procedures. Demonstrated knowledge of performance outcome measurement tools and techniques and program evaluation, e.g., program logic models, impact analysis. Ability to use advanced microcomputer software such as database (e.g., Access), or spreadsheets. Ability to use quantitative and qualitative data analysis software. About Fraser Health Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. 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What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a health or social science discipline with a focus on research and statistics. A minimum of five years of experience in research, evaluation, or decision support within a healthcare setting is required.