137 Mental Health jobs in Canada

Job Description

The Family First Family Health Team (FHT) is looking for a committed and experienced 0.8 FTE mental health social worker with a background in primary care to join our dedicated team of allied health providers and administrative personnel. Collectively and proudly we aim to improve the quality of and access to comprehensive primary care in the communities of Orleans, Navan, and Blackburn Hamlet.

Permanent Part time (30 hours per week)

Role and Responsibilities

To provide patient-centered care, as part of a multi-disciplinary team, to patients rostered to Family First FHT’s physicians. The role consists of a combination of clinical and program work, including but not limited to:

• Counselling child, youth, adults, and families;
• Facilitating education sessions for groups of 10-14 people;
• Delivering mental health group programs (e.g. Working with Emotions DBT group, Mindfulness group, Coping with Anxiety, Optimizing Wellness CBT group)
• Completing psycho-social assessments;
• Improving existing and developing new health programs.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 3 years counselling the youth population;
• 3-5 years of recent continuous experience in the assessment, treatment, and management of common mental health problems;
• Has a strong commitment to a collaborative care model and can work in a team effectively;
• Treats all people with professionalism, courtesy, discretion, and respect;
• Has a leadership attitude that is positive, encouraging, and that contributes to a positive work environment for all;
• Acts with diligence, reliability, and commitment to their work.

Ideal/Preferred Requirements

• Experience/certification in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT);
• French (or other language abilities);
• Experience with EMR

Education and Training Requirements

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a recognized school of social work
• Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

Compensation Package includes:

• Eligible for medical benefits and Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).

  A copy of the full job description will be provided to candidates invited to interview.

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. We’re looking for an experienced health-care professional who is eager to make an impact in their community.

Job Details
Salary/wage range: $39.49 - $51.99
Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day
Primary location: Slave Lake
Union: In-scope
Classification: Registered Nurse
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. This role follows the school year schedule, running from August to June. 

The Mental Health Nurse will:
 

• Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to provide and coordinate services such as nursing assessments, plans of care, medication administration, teaching, telephone follow-up and health promotion.
• Complete appropriate nursing assessments (physical and psychosocial) to identify mental health concerns and current risks. This includes:
  • Incorporating objective findings such as laboratory results, diagnostic findings, specialist reports and past history.
  • Integrating assessment and other data to establish appropriate long and short-term goals, and providing nursing interventions to promote, maintain and restore health.
• Monitor, evaluate and modify nursing care plans based on effectiveness of interventions and/or changes in condition or environment, in collaboration with the patient and care team.
• Provide information and instructions to assist others in understanding the clinical condition, ongoing care and management.
• Provide relevant medication teaching.
• Assist with individual or group therapy.
• Liaise with other professionals to promote continuity of care and assists families with connecting to a primary care physician.
• Act as a resource by providing training to team members to assist in their professional development, and participating in the development of children’s mental health teaching and resource materials.
• Identify service delivery improvements and suggest enhancements with the lens of evidence-informed practice and CASA’s strategic and operational plans.
• Regularly work with the team, Program Manager and Senior Clinical Operations Manager to gather information and implement any required improvements to clinical processes.
• Practice according to the code of ethics and practice standards of their specific nursing college.
• Help identify evaluation measures and outcomes in consultation with the Program Manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing. 
• A minimum of three to five years of recent pediatric experience in an ambulatory care setting which has included the care and management of children with mental health problems. Acute care experience in children’s mental health would be an asset.
• Must be a member in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta or College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta.
• Knowledge of the Health Information and Protection of Privacy Information Acts in addition to professional organization’s ethics and standards of practice.
• Respect for and understanding of confidentiality, and an ability to maintain confidentiality regarding personal and sensitive information.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records or similar information systems.
• Ability to apply theoretical knowledge in a clinical setting, utilize relevant research findings in daily nursing practice, identify barriers and facilitate solution development, and to work independently and within a team to prioritize work activities.
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and engaging in continuous learning opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Ability to make evidence-based decisions, work across programs and services, and to work and communicate in a cooperative, respective manner with all staff.
• Knowledge of family therapy and group therapy is an asset.

• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search. 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.
• Valid drivers license and vehicle as travel is required for this position.

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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.

Job Description

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

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 - $55,139 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

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, interdisciplinary teams and the fulfillment of empowering kids and families to thrive.

Job Details

Wage range: $44.03 to $56.50
Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day
Primary location: Edmonton
Union: In-Scope
Classification:  Mental Health Therapist
FTE: 0.8
Status: Permanent

About the Role
Reporting to the Manager, Triage, Navigation and Transitions the Mental Health Therapist works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the success of clinical service delivery. The Mental Health Therapist will provide timely mental health assessment, treatment service options and interventions to children, adolescents and their families. They will coordinate referral and discharge transitions to programs and services within CASA and the community. They will also promote collaborative relationships with community partners. 

The Mental Health Therapist will:

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social-spiritual mental health assessments of assigned 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 patient in achieving therapeutic goals utilizing a variety of developmentally appropriate treatment approaches.
• Make appropriate referrals to in-house program services to inform treatment planning and diagnostic clarification.
• Carry out case management functions including convening case conferences and liaising with community services and other professionals involved with the patient and family.
• Be an active and contributing member of a multi-disciplinary clinical team, focused on assessment, treatment, diagnostic formulation and referral services, including transition to community partners and services.
• Provide preceptorship for student placements.
• Engage in research and best practice.
• Comply with CASA standards and vision.
• Advocate on behalf of the youth and family as appropriate.

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work or occupational therapy.
• A minimum of two years of clinical practice in child and family mental health and/or youth addictions.
• Must be a member in good standing with their respective professional association or college.
• Strong grasp of the principles of evidence-based practice.
• 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, family interventions, crisis intervention, solution-focused training, DBT and motivational interviewing.
• Training and experience in dialectical behaviour therapy would be an asset.

• 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. CASA is expanding its Trauma program into Calgary in order to deliver high-quality, trauma-focused, attachment-centric care to more Albertan children, youth and families.

Job Details
Wage range: $44.03 to $56.50
Shift structure : Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day
Primary location: CASA Calgary
Union: In-scope
FTE: 1.0
Status:  Temporary 

About the Role:
The Trauma Program nurtures connection and safety in the caregiver-child relationship after experiencing trauma. Children and youth may come into the program via one of three streams: the Outpatient Trauma Clinic, the Trauma and Attachment Group (TAG) or Consultative Services.

The Mental Health Therapist will:

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments for assigned children and youth.
• Develop individualized and family treatment plans in conjunction with the primary team.
• Formulate diagnoses, when applicable, using the DSM-5-TR and other diagnostic tools.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to support the patient in achieving therapeutic goals, utilizing a variety of developmentally-appropriate treatment approaches.
• Facilitate Parent Support Groups and Multi-Family Therapy Groups that are psycho-educational and/or psychodynamic in context, utilizing a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
• Contribute to staff knowledge and understanding of provisional program based operations improvement and evaluation.
• Build specialized parenting skills for caregivers caring for children with exceptional needs.
• Complete written discharge summaries to referring Therapist and Psychiatrist after patient discharge.
• Carry out case management functions including convening case conferences, and liaising with community services and other professionals involved with the adolescent and family.

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work (with psycho-social intervention designation), occupational therapy or nursing.
• Active 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 in supporting the healing of children and youth who have experienced trauma.
• Knowledge and experience in the following therapeutic modalities: EMDR, ART, sensory motor psychotherapy, somatic experiencing, SMART, DBT/CBT and ARC.
• Training and experience in play therapy is considered an asset.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Valid Class 5 operator’s license and access to a vehicle. 

Additional Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of child and adolescent development and the impact of trauma and/or mental illness child development and children’s health and well being.
• Knowledge and experience in working with caregivers with significant familial intergenerational trauma and/or caregivers with a range of attachment styles.
• Training and experience in sensory and somatic modalities is considered an asset (e.g., Sensory Motor Arousal and Regulation Therapy).
• Training and experience in bilateral stimulation based trauma processing(e.g., Accelerated Resolution Therapy or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is considered an asset.
• Training and experience in attachment focused play-based interventions (e.g., Theraplay) or other play-based intervention and modalities are considered an asset.
• Experience and training in working with blended, adoptive, foster and kinship families an asset.
   

• 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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