Mental Health Therapist Provincial

Alberta Health Services; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Canada is seeking an experienced Mental Health Therapist for their Crisis Response Team in Grande Prairie. This casual position calls for a clinician adept at crisis intervention and delivering evidence-informed care. Ideal candidates will have a master’s degree in psychology or social work, along with a minimum of three years of clinical experience in mental health and addiction. The role entails conducting assessments, implementing safety plans, and collaborating with various healthcare entities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Remote Retention Allowance up to $3,000

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of direct clinical experience in addiction and mental health.
• Strong background in crisis intervention and safety planning.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments in crisis situations.
• Deliver evidence-informed interventions for individuals experiencing crises.
• Develop and implement safety and stabilization plans.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Problem-solving

De-escalation skills

Education

Master's degree in Psychology or Social Work

Registration with relevant regulatory college

Job description

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Recovery Alberta’s Crisis Response Team provides timely, compassionate, and professional support to individuals experiencing acute mental health and addiction crises. The team is dedicated to promoting recovery, safety, and dignity through evidence-informed interventions and strong collaboration with community partners. We are seeking an experienced Mental Health Therapist to join our Crisis Response Team on a casual basis. This role is ideal for a skilled clinician who thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals in acute crisis. As part of a dynamic team, the successful candidate will respond to individuals in crisis, conduct thorough assessments, and provide immediate interventions that promote stabilization and safety. This position requires strong clinical judgment, collaboration skills, and the ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations. Clinicians use evidence-informed practices to support individuals experiencing mental health or addiction-related crises while ensuring continuity of care through collaboration with healthcare and community partners. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments in crisis situations. Deliver evidence-informed interventions for individuals experiencing mental health or addiction crises. Develop and implement safety and stabilization plans in collaboration with clients and supports. Provide education, advocacy, and referrals to support continuity of care. Collaborate with hospitals, physicians, law enforcement, and community services to ensure coordinated care. Document clinical interactions in accordance with professional and organizational standards.

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: Crisis Response Team Primary Location: Grande Prairie Rgnl Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 03-SEP-2025 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 22-SEP-2025 Hours per Shift: 11.25 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $41.12 Maximum Salary: $54.61 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

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:

Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field. Current registration and in good standing with the relevant professional college. Minimum 3 years of direct clinical experience in addiction and mental health. Strong background in crisis intervention, assessment, and safety planning. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in high-pressure environments. Excellent communication, clinical judgment, problem-solving, and de-escalation skills. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Connect Care experience is an asset.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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