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Salary:

OPEN COMPETITION

The Lac La Ronge Indian Bands Woodland Wellness Centre is inviting applications for the following positions based out of the Prevention & Recovery Department in La Ronge, SK:

Mental Health Therapist

2 Permanent Full-Time

The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties:

• Interview clients individually, in families or in groups to obtain case history background information and prepare intake reports.
• Assess strengths, deficits and difficulties and determine the types of service required.
• Provide therapy to assist clients in developing skills to deal with and resolve their social and personal difficulties.
• Being a member of a multi-disciplinary team, to develop a self-help approach to the overall improvement of health and social well-being of band members.
• Participating in community development projects that enhance the capacity of the community with respect to mental health issues.
• Providing follow-up care to individuals and families returning from treatment at outside agencies.
• Development of school-based programs.
• Development of a crisis intervention plan for communities.
• Provide crisis intervention services and emergency shelter referral services.
• Implement and organize the delivery of specific services within the community.
• Implement life skills and workshops/presentations on mental health related topics.
• Maintaining professional confidentiality within the limits of legal and child welfare reporting requirements.
• Other work-related duties as assigned by Immediate Supervisor.

The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Social Work or Bachelor of Education with a Major in Psychology or related field;
• 1-2 years experience working in Counselling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field is preferred.
• Ability to counsel children, youth, and adults.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Required Professional Registration with a Regulatory Body (i.e., Saskatchewan Social Work Association, Canadian Social Work Association, etc.)
• Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset.
• Ability to speak/understand Cree is an asset.
• Must have a Valid Class 5 Drivers License and own a reliable vehicle.
• Must provide a satisfactory and recent; Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, SGI Drivers Abstract.

Date of Posting:May 13, 2025 Deadline: Until Suitable Candidate is Found

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume including three (3) references (excluding Chief and Councilors), one from your most recent/current employer, to the following:

Human Resource Office Phone:

Woodland Wellness Centre Fax: (

Box 850 E-mail:

Air Ronge, SK. S0J 3G0 Website : -jobs/

NOTE: Please be advised applications received without the proper documentation shall not be considered. In the cover letter, please indicate permission to contact references. Your references MUST be people who you reported to and had direct supervisory authority over you. Also, please provide your Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check and Drivers Abstract with your application.

Telephone interviews will not be granted. However, an interview via Teams may be granted.

Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of Aboriginal people, Lac La Ronge Indian Band shall give preference to Aboriginal people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience

Job Description

Join CASA Mental Health as we deliver culturally-safe mental health services to children, youth and families. Enjoy life-work harmony, competitive benefits and the fulfillment of empowering kids and families to thrive.

Job Details
Wage range: $44.03 to $6.50 + an additional 9 per hour CASA Classrooms premium
Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day
Primary location: Lacombe
Union: In-Scope
Classification:  Mental Health Therapist
FTE:  1.0 for the duration of the school year
Status: Permanent

About the Role:
CASA Mental Health Classrooms are CASA’s new model for school-based mental health service. The program addresses the need for services closer to students by bridging a child’s mental health and school needs, through a coordinated approach by a mental health team and a teacher. CASA Classrooms are delivered in partnership with the Government of Alberta, community partners and school divisions.

The Mental Health Therapist will:
 

• Work with the CASA team and external supports to provide high-quality, trauma-focused mental health therapies to children, teens and families.
• Complete mental health assessments, design treatment plans and provide multi-modality therapy for students.
• Help caregivers with children who have exceptional needs build specialized parenting skills.
• Formulate diagnoses as appropriate, using the DSM-5-TR and other diagnostic tools.
• Conduct case management functions, including convening case conferences and liaising with CASA therapists and psychiatrists, community services and other professionals involved with the child and their family.
• Coordinate consultation with others therapists or external partners as appropriate.
• Supervise and/or precept student placements.
• Contribute to staff knowledge and understanding of discipline-specific issues.

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work or occupational therapy, or, a bachelor’s degree in social work or a related discipline such as psychology or social sciences, with a minimum of three years of related experience in an educational or mental health setting.
• Active registration and in good standing with Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW), College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) or Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT).
• A minimum of two years of clinical practice in child and family mental health and/or youth addictions.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
• Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) or Supporting Individuals through Valued Attachments (SIVA) training, as well as physical ability to perform all interventions.

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Salary: $67,480 - $80,570

As a Mental Health Counsellor, you will have the unique opportunity to provide effective and comprehensive assessments, counselling, and case management to community members of Whitefish River First Nation (WRFN) who are living with mental health and/or substance use issues. This role, which is part of an interdisciplinary care team, also involves collaborating with internal and external service providers, making it a dynamic and rewarding position.

Responsibilities:

• As a Mental Health Counsellor, you will play a crucial role in providing direct counselling to Whitefish River First Nation (WRFN) members. Your assessments, treatments, referrals, and follow-ups, which primarily focus on individuals, families, or groups, will be instrumental in addressing mental health and substance use issues in the community.
• Provide counselling that often relates to crisis, trauma, suicide, domestic violence, sexual, physical, or emotional abuse.
• Provide or facilitate the provision of services through a culturally based framework
• Complete screening and comprehensive assessments for issues related to mental health, substance, and behavioural addictions; Develop wholistic, client-centered, individualized treatment plans.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions focused on improved health and wellness using evidence-informed therapeutic techniques, and coordinate access and referrals to local community resources.

Qualifications:

• Master's level education and professional membership are an asset (MSW, RSW preferred) or related education at a masters level, such as counseling or psychology, combined with at least 3 years direct experience.
• Post-graduate Addictions degree, diploma, or equivalent experience would be an asset.
• Knowledge of Indigenous Traditional Teachings, Culture, including intergenerational trauma.
• 3-5 years of experience working with the Indigenous community using a wholistic model to incorporate traditional beliefs, values, and culture-based practices into the therapeutic work to promote wellness and healing.
• 3-5 years of experience working with mental health, including providing trauma-informed care.
• 3-5 years of experience and/or education in working with substance and/or behavioural addictions, including: concurrent disorders, stages of change, motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and relapse prevention.
• Knowledge of and ability to use structured screening, assessment, and treatment tools.
• Experience in the delivery of both individual and group counseling using evidence-informed approaches

Skills:

• Strong understanding of colonization and its impacts on Anishinaabe communities (Intergenerational Trauma resulting from IRS, Day Schools, 60s Scoop, child welfare, etc.).
• Ability to make connections with community members; Ability to work and handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Responding to after-hours emergencies as required; Overtime, evening, and weekends as may be required from time to time.

Must provide a clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check upon hire.

For a complete job description, please email:

Application Closing Date: August 11, 2025, at Noon.

Interested applicants must submit a current resume, cover letter, two (2) work-related references, one (1) character reference (with contact information), and applicable education diplomas/certifications to the address provided below.

Confidential: Mental Health Counsellor

Whitefish River First Nation

17-A Rainbow Ridge Road, P.O. Box 188; Birch Island, ON P0P1A0

Email: Fax: (

Miigwetch (Thank You) to all who apply; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted

Job Description

Salary: Hiring Range: $49,500 - $5,139 DOE

Why make ONWA your career choice?

Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive change.ONWA prides itself on providing all employees with a total rewards package that is generous and supports our workforce and their family members:

• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid vacation time
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• Additional paid stat and civic holidays
• 35-hour work week
• Comprehensive benefits program including health, paramedical, dental, vision, and EAP. All premiums are covered by the employer.
• Healthcare Spending Account and Lifestyle Spending Account
• Participate in CAAT defined benefit pension plan and retire with secure lifetime retirement income
• Paid sick days
• Paid cultural/personal wellness days
  
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development.
• Possible reimbursement on a portion of cell phone and internet expenses
  
  
• Remote/hybrid work offered for various positions
  

VISION:

At the Ontario Native Womens Association (ONWA), we celebrate and honour the safety and healing of Indigenous Women and Girls as they take up their leadership roles in the family, community, provincially, nationally and internationally for generations to come.

SCOPE:

The Mental Health Worker will provide wholistic services that meet the needs of Indigenous women and their families through a range of services focusing on mental, physical, spiritual and emotional well-being through a cultural, trauma-informed, gender based and family centered approach.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum degree in Counselling, Social Work, Mental Health or equivalent and a registered social worker. A degree is preferred.
• 3-5 years experience counselling Indigenous populations in mental health, trauma and substance abuse issues including advocating and supporting Indigenous women and/or Indigenous families.
• 3-5 years experience with mental health program development and delivery.
• 3-5 years experience working with Indigenous populations in mental health and substance use issues.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture, traditions, ceremony and connecting Community Members to cultural practices that can be used as support.
• Thorough knowledge and experience working in and with a gender based lens/perspective.
• Strong understanding of major behavioral, emotional and mental health problems and disorders of Indigenous women and their families (Including children and youth).
• In-depth understanding of psychological, social and cognitive development.
• Ability to provide evidence based counselling support services.
• Awareness of the recent, historical and intergenerational trauma that Indigenous women and their families may have experienced, including the psychological, neurological, physiological, social and spiritual impact of trauma.
• Understanding of the principles of cultural trauma-informed care and wise practices in providing trauma-informed care.
• Must be dependable, able to follow instructions, respond to management direction and be able to improve performance through management feedback.

• Capacity to solve problems and to see different perspectives.
• Ability to plan, organize and manage time effectively.
• Highly motivated individual with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills and an ability to follow through on assigned duties independently with strict deadlines.
• Knowledge of Not-For Profit Organizations
• Proficient working knowledge of MS Office Software, internet, and general office equipment.
• Ability to travel.
• Reliable vehicle, appropriate vehicle insurance coverage and valid Ontario G class drivers license.
• Current, valid vulnerable sector criminal records check. Valid 1st Aid/CPR.
• A cellular phone and internet access is required within this position.
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible working from home arrangement if required. This may include a combination of virtual remote work in your home and in office arrangements. This will be based on operational needs and will be determined by the ONWA.
• Ability to speak an Indigenous Language is considered an asset.
• ONWA is committed on implementing measures to protect its community members, staff, and other stakeholders from COVID-19. As a result, ONWA has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy. Exemptions will be made for those with a valid medical exemption; proof of the exemption will be required.

Please know, this is an existing role we are looking to fill.

The full salary range for this role is 49,500 - 60,778. ONWA conducts annual performance reviews, and employees may be eligible for salary adjustments based on performance outcomes and available funding.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

If you would like to learn more about the job, please send us an email

Job Description

Join CASA Mental Health as we deliver culturally-safe mental health services to children, youth and families. Enjoy life-work harmony, competitive benefits and the fulfillment of empowering kids and families to thrive.

Job Details

Wage range: $44.03 to $6.50 + an additional 9 per hour CASA Classrooms premium
Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day
Primary location: Grande Prairie
Union: In-Scope
Classification:  Mental Health Therapist
FTE:  1.0 for the duration of the school year
Status: Permanent

About the Role:
CASA Mental Health Classrooms are CASA’s new model for school-based mental health service. The program addresses the need for services closer to students by bridging a child’s mental health and school needs, through a coordinated approach by a mental health team and a teacher. CASA Classrooms are delivered in partnership with the Government of Alberta, community partners and school divisions.

The Mental Health Therapist will:
 

• Work with the CASA team and external supports to provide high-quality, trauma-focused mental health therapies to children, teens and families.
• Complete mental health assessments, design treatment plans and provide multi-modality therapy for students.
• Help caregivers with children who have exceptional needs build specialized parenting skills.
• Formulate diagnoses as appropriate, using the DSM-5-TR and other diagnostic tools.
• Conduct case management functions, including convening case conferences and liaising with CASA therapists and psychiatrists, community services and other professionals involved with the child and their family.
• Coordinate consultation with others therapists or external partners as appropriate.
• Supervise and/or precept student placements.
• Contribute to staff knowledge and understanding of discipline-specific issues.

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work or occupational therapy, or, a bachelor’s degree in social work or a related discipline such as psychology or social sciences, with a minimum of three years of related experience in an educational or mental health setting.
• Active registration and in good standing with Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW), College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) or Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT).
• A minimum of two years of clinical practice in child and family mental health and/or youth addictions.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
• Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) or Supporting Individuals through Valued Attachments (SIVA) training, as well as physical ability to perform all interventions.

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Join CASA Mental Health in shaping a brighter future for children, youth and families by providing them with timely mental health care and empowering them to thrive.

Job Details

Wage range: $44.03 - $56.50
Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day
Primary location:  CASA West
Union:  In-scope
Classification:  Mental Health Therapist
FTE: Up to 1.0 FTE (21.75 - 36.25 hours per week)
Status: Temporary (Until June 2026)

About the Role
Core is the first stop for most families who come to CASA. The program serves children ages three to 17 and provides general mental health treatment for a wide range of concerns. From Core, the therapist is able to step families up or down into more appropriate levels of service if needed.

The Mental Health Therapist will:
 

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social mental health assessments of assigned preschoolers, children and adolescents.
• Develop a treatment plan and formulate a diagnosis, when applicable, using the DSM-5-TR and other diagnostic tools as appropriate.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to support the client in achieving therapeutic goals, utilizing a variety of developmentally-appropriate treatment approaches.
• Facilitate psycho-educational and therapeutic groups for children and parents.
• Carry out case management functions including convening case conferences, and liaising with community services and other professionals involved with the child and family (in particular, the education, social services, justice and health ministries).
• Advocate on behalf of the child and family as appropriate.
• Be an active, contributing member of a multi-disciplinary clinical team whose purpose is assessment, treatment, case review and consultation.
• Follow agency policy and practice regarding admission, discharge and maintenance of health records.

• Graduate degree in psychology, social work (with psycho-social intervention designation) or occupational therapy.
• Current registration in good standing with a professional college identified under the Health Professions Act.
• A minimum of two years of clinical practice in child and family mental health and/or youth addictions.
• Knowledge and experience supporting families connected with children services and/or family support services is an asset.
• Knowledge and experience supporting the healing of children and youth who have experienced trauma.
• Knowledge and experience in the following therapeutic modalities: cognitive behavioural therapy, solution-focused therapy, crisis intervention, narrative therapy and emotionally-focused therapy.
• Training and experience in play therapy and dialectic behavioural therapy is considered an asset.
• Experience supporting the mental health of children and youth who identify as LGBTQ2S+.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Mental Health First Aid or Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) certification.

• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
• Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA), as well as physical ability to perform all interventions.

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ADAPTABLE ● DETERMINED ● ENTHUSIASTIC ● HANDS-ON ● STRATEGIC

OVERVIEW

A youth-based, non-profit charitable organization that is a leading provider of child and youth mental health services in Ontario, dedicated to enhancing the well-being of infants, children, youth, and their families. A great organization committed to delivering evidence-based, culturally competent, and family-centered care.

The vision of the organization is to provide responsive, compassionate services for children, youth and families to build better and more hopeful futures. They are the Lead Agency for infant, child and youth mental health and addictions services.

EDI-B VALUES

The success of an organization stems from a team that is aligned with its mission and vision, where decisions are made in the best interests of the clients they serve and the marginalized and vulnerable populations across our communities. Through this effort, all team members embrace their roles in the organization with respect and dignity for all stakeholders. Through these partnerships, everyone is focused on ensuring a commitment and responsibility toward anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, diversity, inclusivity, and belonging.

MISSION

The Mental Health Supervisor plays a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating the delivery of high-quality clinical care within the organization. By implementing best practices and continually evaluating service delivery, the Supervisor helps to enhance the overall quality of care provided to patients, ensuring that the organization meets its commitment to excellence in services.

The Pod Group is partnering with this organization to place a strong, determined, and strategic leader to fulfill the role of the Mental Health Supervisor.

PRIORTIES

• Provide clinical supervision, consultation and training to therapists, group facilitators, and contracted staff to ensure exceptional clinical support services.
• Contribute to the delivery of support services through team building, excellent customer service, continuous quality improvement and risk management.
• Provide expertise on high-risk cases, including risk assessment and crisis intervention, as requested by staff.
• Monitor client intakes into the program to ensure every client has been provided with a high level of clinical service from the team.
• Determine the training and professional development needs of the team and develop/update program curriculum and tools for programs with team consultation.
• Support the implementation of the program’s strategic plans, direct and monitor clinical activities so that strategic goals and approved budgets are met.
• Ensure the clinical teams understanding of all clinical and administrative procedures and determine where the policies, procedures and protocols require updates or adjustments to ensure best practices are being adhered to.
• Respect the agency to maintain and strengthen collaborative relationships with community partners on various projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Facilitate and support scheduling, audits, performance management and quality monitoring of services.
• Maintain a high level of clinical competence, participate in professional/program development, clinical training opportunities and staff training.
• Stay informed about CRPO, OCSWSSW and other regulations and industry best practices through ongoing professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

TALENTS & EXPERTISE

• A Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a relevant field. A Master's degree is considered an asset.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a supervisory or management role, with a strong ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on clinical treatment experience in a relevant healthcare setting.
• Current Standard First Aid, CPR and CPI certificate.
• Registration with the OCSWSSW or the CRPO.
• Supervisory experience in a Not-for-profit, unionized environment is a strong asset.
• Proven ability to lead by example, engage and mentor staff, and guide teams toward successful project completion and goal achievement with humility and efficiency.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong strategic planning, team building and facilitation skills.
• Change management experience is considered an asset.
• Flexible hours as needed, rotating on-call schedule.

THE POD GROUP

The Pod Group (PG) is a creative consulting group that provides customized and innovative solutions to support our client’s growth and ultimate success while promoting the integration of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in creating culture and engagement.

We balance strategy and people to help community organizations make better use of their resources by focusing on building the competencies to promote people-centric organizations.

The Pod Group has great success in serving a number of community sectors, including health, social services, developmental, housing, mental health, and community health care.

We promote a unique approach while incorporating marketing and human resources as an integral component of strategy, mission, and vision. This focus aligns strategy with the development of a culture that embraces all stakeholders and a community spirit while ensuring an effective plan that meets the requirements of the organization.

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent

Hours of Work: 40hrs

Union: Yes, OPSEU L5116

Compensation: $21.35 to $26.50

Shifts Available:

• Sunday to Thursday 11.45pm to 7.45am

Benefits: Full time positions are eligible for vacation, paid-sick days, as well as health and RRSP benefits.

About Us:

Reconnect Community Health Services is a not-for-profit health service organization in the west end of Toronto. Our services include supports for seniors, caregivers, and people living with mental health and addictions concerns. We pride ourselves on being at the forefront of client-centred care in our sector.

Reporting to a clinical program manager, the Mental Health Worker will provide on-site assessment, intake, discharge planning and support as well as liaison with existing supports and assistance with goal setting and planning, to clients of this program in West Toronto. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

What You'll Do:

You will be entrusted with a wide range of responsibilities, including:

• complete Intake and client assessments
• co-ordinates client access to short-term crisis beds;
• provides a variety of individualized on-site supports including, but not limited to, addressing immediate short-term housing needs, accessing financial aid, assessing medical supports, working with families, crisis prevention / intervention, advocacy, referrals to other services, etc.;
• liaises and collaborates with other mental health and justice service providers, mobile crisis teams, hospitals, physicians, community workers, substance abuse programs, landlords and family members on behalf of clients;
• delivers all services in a professional manner and according to established guidelines and associated benchmarks;
• actively participate in household tasks including cleaning and domestic routines.
• attend bi-weekly team meetings

The successful candidate will possess:

• University degree and/or Community College Diploma in social services or related field
• Minimum two years related experience in direct service delivery to adults with serious mental illness and addictions.
• Knowledge of mental illness and addictions, the mental health system/s and other concepts related to the effects of serious mental illness and addictions

Key skills and abilities we are looking for:

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Experience in provision of residential / housing supports to adults with serious mental illness and addictions.
• Knowledge of housing, health care and community resources
• Experienced in working effectively as a member of a team, which includes internal and external stakeholders.
• Applied computer skills (Microsoft Office, Client Information Systems, Web browsing)
• Fluency in a second language is a strong asset and preferred.

Special Requirements:

• Criminal background check
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings and statutory holidays as required.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Reconnect, all new hires must have received both doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada prior to their start date and will be required to show proof. Medical exemptions or any other kind of requested exemption based upon Reconnect's obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Application Process:

Are you excited about the prospect of joining our team? We can't wait to hear from you! Please submit your resume, accompanied by a cover letter by clicking 'Apply Now'.

To request accommodation in the application process, contact us by phone at ( .

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Reconnect Community Health Services

1281 St. Clair Avenue West

Toronto, Ontario M6E 1B8

Reconnect Community Health Services promotes the principles of and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We strongly encourage applicants with lived experiences, from Aboriginal communities, people of all races, colors, ethnic origins, religions, disabilities and sexual orientations to apply. We recognize that equitable access to employment is an agent in social change.