Mental Health Consultant — Crisis Care & Wellness Advocate

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Nunavut is seeking full-time Mental Health Consultants to provide quality mental health care. The role involves assessing and planning care while working within a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in social work or a related field, along with over five years of front-line counseling and therapy experience. Knowledge of Inuit communities and fluency in multiple official languages are assets. Competitive recruitment bonuses and additional hourly premiums are offered.

Benefits

Recruitment bonuses

$10/hour tier one premium

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recent experience providing front-line counselling, trauma, and addiction therapy.
• Experience in a northern cross-cultural environment is an asset.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and clear Vulnerable Sector Check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health care to individuals, families, and groups.
• Conduct mental exams and risk assessments.
• Advocate for dignity and self-respect of all individuals.

Skills

Fluency in Inuktut, English, and French

Counselling and therapy skills

Crisis response

Knowledge of Inuit culture

Education

Undergraduate degree in social work or mental health field

Master’s degree in social work or related field

Job description

A government agency in Nunavut is seeking full-time Mental Health Consultants to provide quality mental health care. The role involves assessing and planning care while working within a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in social work or a related field, along with over five years of front-line counseling and therapy experience. Knowledge of Inuit communities and fluency in multiple official languages are assets. Competitive recruitment bonuses and additional hourly premiums are offered.