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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.
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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: Medicine Hat
Union : In-Scope
Classification: Mental Health Therapist
FTE: 1.0 for the duration of the school year
Status: Temporary
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.
Qualifications
- 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.
Conditions of Employment
- 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.
Closing Date: September 30, 2025
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials: 25-179 #CASAMHT
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Mental Health Therapist
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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.
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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.
Qualifications
- 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.
Conditions of Employment
- 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.
Closing Date : Open until filled
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials: 25-139 #CASAMHT
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Mental Health Therapist
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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: High Level
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.
Qualifications
- 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.
Conditions of Employment
- 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.
Closing Date : Open until filled
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials: 25-151 #CASAMHT
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Mental Health Therapist
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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: Redcliff
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.
Qualifications
- 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.
Conditions of Employment
- 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.
Closing Date: September 30, 2025
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials: 25-167 #CASAMHT
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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
Mental Health Therapist
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The Rural Addiction and Mental Health Community Team is looking for an experienced, skilled, enthusiastic, and dynamic team member to fill the position of a 1.0FTE, permanent, Mental Health Therapist for Taber. This is a generalist Mental Health Therapist position. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of a continuum of services, including behavioural health care and shared care services. The MHT will deliver evidence-based treatment services, including screening, assessment, treatment planning, harm reduction, case management and therapeutic interventions in individual and group settings, for children, youth and adults. The successful candidate will work from a current capable framework and must be able to provide a wide variety of evidence-informed treatment modalities to individuals with mental health and addiction issues. This is an advanced clinical role required to perform the restricted activity of Psychosocial Interventions. The Mental Health Therapist will maintain accurate and appropriate documentation on client files in a timely fashion. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and with allied professionals and community agencies to provide seamless service to clients. As this position is based in a rural setting, the successful candidate must be able to function extremely well both independently and interdependently as they will work within a small office of highly dedicated individuals, as well as within the larger Rural Team. This position reports to the Manager of the Rural Addiction and Mental Health Community Team. This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.
As the Mental Health Therapist, you will be required to use a variety of treatment modalities (individual, family, and group) to persons experiencing significant mental health difficulties. Working both independently and as a member of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will provide evidence informed and best practices in crisis intervention, assessment, consultation, referral, case management and treatment.
Master's degree in Psychology; or master's degree in Social Work (clinical specialization) including education in mental health assessment and psychotherapy; or master's or bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy including training and experience in mental health assessment and provision of psychotherapy; or master's degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing including training and experience in mental health assessment and provision of psychotherapy. Active or eligible for registration with the applicable Alberta regulatory college.
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Mental Health Therapist
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Under the direction of the Manager and as a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Mental Health Therapist is responsible for providing specialized mental health assessment and consultation services in the context of clients presenting by walk in, referral or via EMS to the Urgent Care Centre at Sheldon M Chumir Health Centre, who require urgent crisis assessment in relation to acute mental health issues. The position is clinical in nature. Therapists are responsible for providing mental health assessments, therapeutic interventions, referrals and advocacy. Clinically focused liaison and consultation to colleagues within the health centre and with community services providers is also required. Therapists are required to have awareness and sensitivity to working with diverse populations. The incumbent must be able to provide service to the inner city, hard to serve population who suffer from severe mental illness and addiction issues, and who face multiple problems in the community, including homelessness, social isolation, and marginalization; and who often encounter significant barriers to accessing mental health and medical services. Awareness and knowledge of concurrent disorders is necessary. Critical clinical decisions of life threatening proportions are made on a daily basis in order to assure the safety of clients and the community, as well as to plan appropriate assessment and treatment follow-up. The Therapists must make such decisions spontaneously and independently, particularly during evening and weekend shifts. Please note that this line is primarily Day/early evening shift. This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.
As the Mental Health Therapist, you will be required to use a variety of treatment modalities (individual, family, and group) to persons experiencing significant mental health difficulties. Working both independently and as a member of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will provide evidence informed and best practices in crisis intervention, assessment, consultation, referral, case management and treatment.
Master's degree in Psychology; or master's degree in Social Work (clinical specialization) including education in mental health assessment and psychotherapy; or master's or bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy including training and experience in mental health assessment and provision of psychotherapy; or master's degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing including training and experience in mental health assessment and provision of psychotherapy. Active or eligible for registration with the applicable Alberta regulatory college.
Minimum 5 years recent mental health experience; acute and/or community experience required. Experience working with multidisciplinary team and community agencies. Experience working with diverse populations and ability to engage in culturally sensitive interactions. Solid knowledge foundation of intervention and treatment modalities relevant to clinical disorders and psychosocial and environmental problems. Solid knowledge foundation of the Diagnostic and Statistic Manual (DSM) and ability to formulate an accurate provisional diagnosis. Comprehensive knowledge of relevant community resources and legislation. Strong mental health assessment, crisis management and counselling skills. High degree of creative and flexibility, as well as the ability to work independently and to engage and work with a diverse client population. Good interpersonal skills, flexibility and an ability to work independently are essential. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a centre-wide multidisciplinary team. Good computer and typing skills. Good problem-solving skills and superior clinical judgment
Experience in Urgent Care, Emergency department, and/or Psychiatric Emergency Services Experience in completing comprehensive assessments (mental health and addiction related). Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; superior interpersonal skills. Ability to set priorities and organize time efficiently. Ability to work in stressful, demanding and changing conditions.
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The Rural Addiction and Mental Health Community Team is looking for an experienced, skilled, enthusiastic, and dynamic team member to fill the position of a 0.8FTE, temporary, Mental Health Therapist for Pincher Creek. This is a generalist Mental Health Therapist (MHT) position primarily working with adults. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of a continuum of services, including behavioural health care and shared care services. The MHT will deliver evidence-based treatment services, including screening, assessment, treatment planning, harm reduction, case management and therapeutic interventions in individual and group settings, for children, youth and adults. The successful candidate will work from a current capable framework and must be able to provide a wide variety of evidence-informed treatment modalities to individuals with mental health and addiction issues. This is an advanced clinical role required to perform the restricted activity of Psychosocial Interventions. The Mental Health Therapist will maintain accurate and appropriate documentation on client files in a timely fashion. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and with allied professionals and community agencies to provide seamless service to clients. As this position is based in a rural setting, the successful candidate must be able to function extremely well both independently and interdependently as they will work within a small office of highly dedicated individuals, as well as within the larger Rural Team. This position reports to the Manager of the Rural Addiction and Mental Health Community Team. This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.
As the Mental Health Therapist, you will be required to use a variety of treatment modalities (individual, family, and group) to persons experiencing significant mental health difficulties. Working both independently and as a member of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will provide evidence informed and best practices in crisis intervention, assessment, consultation, referral, case management and treatment.
Master's degree in Psychology; or master's degree in Social Work (clinical specialization) including education in mental health assessment and psychotherapy; or master's or bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy including training and experience in mental health assessment and provision of psychotherapy; or master's degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing including training and experience in mental health assessment and provision of psychotherapy. Active or eligible for registration with the applicable Alberta regulatory college.
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Mental Health Therapist- Outpatient Mental Health
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Job Number: JR
Job Title: Mental Health Therapist- Outpatient Mental Health
Job Category: Paramedical
Hospital Location: Pathways
Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Full time
Contract Duration: 11 months
Number of Positions: 1
Union: OPSEU
Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $ $57.91
Hours: Days, Afternoons
Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites,
Scarborough Health Network (SHN)
is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada's most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America's largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our work led by the Organizational Development and Diversity Department on our Leading edge Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar and our innovative Health Equity Certificate programs. We are also proud to be named
Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023
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Position Overview:
Reporting to the Patient Care Manager of Outpatient and Community Mental Health, the Mental Health Therapist will provide specialized comprehensive services to the Outpatient Mental Health Program at SNH and act as a Mental Health Therapist providing counselling and support to Outpatients. This role will be primarily based out of Pathways Clinic on Nielson Rd, however must be flexible to work at all SNH locations, should the need arise.
This position is ideal for a Mental Health Therapist with a passion for working with the Tamil community to provide therapy through individual and group sessions.
Responsibilities
The Mental Health Therapist is responsible for:
- connecting with Tamil speaking patients who are referred to the service
- Providing cognitive and behavioural therapy, group counselling and psychoeducation according to a variety of theoretical models and best practices
- establishing and maintaining therapeutic relationships based on trust with patients and their families; participating in case conferences/meetings with patients, family, service providers and members of the interprofessional team
- collaboration and clinical support to colleagues to meet the needs of the patient population serviced and to provide integration and continuity across the care continuum
- demonstrating an ability to be sensitive to cultural and ethical issues
Requirements
- Master's degree in an appropriate field and member of a regulated health profession
- Must be able to fluently speak, read, write and understand the Tamil language
- At least 5 years of previous experience working in mental health
- Sound working knowledge of current hospital functions, current trends in health care and evidence based therapies
providing counselling and support to Outpatients. This role will be primarily based out of Pathways clinic on Neilson Rd, however must be flexible to work at all SNH locations, should the need arise.
The Mental Health Therapist Is Responsible For
- connecting with Tamil speaking patients who are referred to the service
- Providing cognitive and behavioural therapy, group counselling and psychoeducation according to a variety of theoretical models and best practices
- establishing and maintaining therapeutic relationships based on trust with patients and their families; participating in case conferences/meetings with patients, family, service providers and members of the interprofessional team
- collaboration and clinical support to colleagues to meet the needs of the patient population serviced and to provide integration and continuity across the care continuum
- demonstrating an ability to be sensitive to cultural and ethical issues
This position is ideal for a Mental Health Therapist with a passion for working with the Tamil community to provide therapy through individual and group sessions.
Qualification
- Master's degree in an appropriate field and member of a regulated health profession
- Must be able to fluently speak, read, write and understand the Tamil language
- At least 5 years of previous experience working in mental health
- Sound working knowledge of current hospital functions, current trends in health care and evidence based therapies
- Previous experience applying Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgement and to assess situations and problems efficiently and effectively
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in both English and Tamil
- Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem solving skills
- Ability to work well within an inter-professional team and to foster effective working relationships
- Ability to exercise initiative and observe strict confidentiality
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Scarborough and Rouge's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participate in regular in-service in this area
- Proven good attendance record and ability of maintaining same standard
Accommodation And Diversity Statement
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community's unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one's personal identity and/or values.
We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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Mental Health Therapist Provincial
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As part of the Children Youth and Families Addiction and Mental Health (CYFAMH) team, you will work with the School Based Team to provide expert consultation and treatment for adolescents with complex mental health disorders in their school, community and home. In this position, your responsibilities will include assessment, consultation, family counselling, behavior management interventions and effective involvement with school stakeholders. You will utilize a variety of treatment modalities in a variety of formats (individual, family, group) for people experiencing significant mental health difficulties. Working independently and as a member of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will provide evidence informed and best practices in crisis intervention, assessment, consultation, referral, case management and treatment. This is a school year position. The service is closed July and August and all holidays and breaks (Christmas, Spring Break). The position works on all instructional school days. All scheduled hours of this position fall within the ten (10) month period of the school year in accordance with Letter of Understanding #27 of the Collective Agreement between AHS and HSAA. Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to: Provide high quality care by being an effective liaison between the school, child, family and other health partners Collaborate with the family to assess and develop treatment plans Ensure that physicians and other relevant partners are involved in assessment and care Communicate effectively with treating psychiatrists to facilitate access to timely treatment changes Provide mental health interventions as the treatment plan indicates and collaborate with school staff to plan appropriate follow-up
Description:
As the Mental Health Therapist, you will be required to use a variety of treatment modalities (individual, family, and group) to persons experiencing significant mental health difficulties. Working both independently and as a member of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will provide evidence informed and best practices in crisis intervention, assessment, consultation, referral, case management and treatment.
- Transition Company: Recovery Alberta
- Classification: Mental Health Therapist Provin
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: School Based Services
- Primary Location: Inglewood House B
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.85
- Posting End Date: 29-SEP-2025
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
- Date Available: 09-OCT-2025
- Temporary End Date: 18-DEC-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: As per rotation
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $41.12
- Maximum Salary: $54.61
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in Psychology; or master's degree in Social Work (clinical specialization) including education in mental health assessment and psychotherapy; or master's or bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy including training and experience in mental health assessment and provision of psychotherapy; or master's degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing including training and experience in mental health assessment and provision of psychotherapy. Active or eligible for registration with the applicable Alberta regulatory college.
Additional Required Qualifications:
This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta. Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, or Nursing with considerable experience in mental health assessment and intervention. An equivalent level of education and experience will be considered. Registration in a professional regulatory body as defined by the Health Professions Act (CARNA, CRPNA, ACOT, CAP, ACSW). Registered Social Workers must be authorized to perform psychosocial interventions and designation as a Clinical Social Worker is preferred. Provisional status with current registration with CAP will be considered. 3-5 years of direct clinical experience with the focus on children, youth and their families, preferably in a community mental health setting. Formal training in a therapeutic modality of intervention may include, but is not limited to, Solution focused Therapy, CBT, Narrative, Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems, etc. Proficiency with computers, including MS Office Suite. Experience in Suicide Risk Management (assessment and intervention). Current CPR certification. Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience working within school environments. Previous experience working with trauma. Previous experience working with Child and Family Services and/or Multicultural groups, such as community, friendship, or settlement services. Experience with child and adolescent mental health therapeutic interventions such as various family therapies, CBT, Play, EMDR and Solution-Focused Therapy.