Mental Health Therapist

CASA Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Health; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Edmonton is seeking a skilled Mental Health Therapist to deliver comprehensive care to children and families. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in psychology or social work and a minimum of three years of relevant experience. This permanent position involves collaboration with schools and community partners to enhance mental health outcomes for youth. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including a shift structure of Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Training and certification provided

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or related discipline required.
• Minimum of three years related experience in educational or mental health setting.
• Active registration with appropriate regulatory bodies in Alberta.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments of children and adolescents.
• Provide therapeutic interventions tailored to developmental needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community service providers.

Skills

Active registration with ACSW, CAP, or ACOT

Clinical practice in child and family mental health

Cultural and spiritual knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or occupational therapy

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related discipline

Tools

Driver’s license

Job description

Job Overview

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 + an additional $9/hour CASA Classrooms premium

Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day

Primary location: CASA West

Secondary location: Partner First Nation and Métis Communities

Union: In-scope

Classification: Mental Health Therapist

FTE: 1.0

Status: Permanent

About the Role

Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the Mental Health Therapist works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team, school administrators, community service providers and caregivers to provide timely, wrap-around clinical service delivery in the Comprehensive School-Based Mental Health Program in partnership with First Nation and Métis schools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social-spiritual mental health assessments of assigned preschoolers, children and adolescents.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to support the patient in achieving therapeutic goals utilizing a variety of developmentally appropriate treatment modalities.
• Formulate diagnoses as appropriate, using the DSM-V-TR and/or other diagnostic tools.
• Work closely with Elders and Knowledge Keepers from the communities we serve.
• Facilitate psychoeducational group sessions on general mental health topics for school staff, caregivers and community service providers.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of First Nation and Métis school division partners.
• Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, professionals, caregivers, Elders and Knowledge Keepers to develop holistic patient care plans and support successful transitions.
• Participate in school and community events, including traditional ceremonies and cultural events.
• Provide coverage for the Kipohtakaw Education Centre Mental Health Therapist.

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 clinical practice in child and family mental health and/or youth addictions.
• Access to cultural and spiritual knowledge and training is provided.
• 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.
• Must maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) and be physically able to perform all interventions.

Closing Date

Open until filled

Please quote the following competition number in your application materials 25-182 #CASAMHT