Mental Health Therapist - Vocational Services Department

Lifemark; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Edmonton is seeking a Mental Health Therapist (Registered Social Worker) to assist clients in navigating social services related to mental health and addiction. The role involves conducting assessments, utilizing a cognitive-behavioral approach, and providing psychoeducational services. Candidates must have a Master's Degree in Social Work and be registered with the provincial College. This position promotes inclusivity and equal opportunities for all applicants.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Accommodation for candidates

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Social Work required.
• Registration as an autonomous practitioner in good standing is necessary.
• Experience in a multi/interdisciplinary team is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work assessments and interventions to improve functionality.
• Utilize a cognitive-behavioral approach centered on client needs.
• Deliver group psychoeducational services.

Skills

Cognitive-behavioral approach

Interpersonal skills

Report writing

Education

Masters Degree in Social Work

Registration with a provincial College of Social Workers

Job description

Mental Health Therapist (Registered Social Worker) - Lifemark Health Group

Location: Edmonton, AB

The Social Worker will help the Job Seeker navigate community health and social services that can further address long-standing needs such as mental illness, addiction treatment, housing instability, food insecurity, and other biopsychosocial factors.

Responsibilities

• Provide clients with social work assessments and social work interventions in order to improve social and community functioning.
• Utilize a primarily cognitive-behavioral approach to intervention based on an overall client-centered philosophy.
• Provide group psychoeducational services.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences to discuss clients’ treatment plan and goals, progress, and any barriers to functional goals.
• Deliver quality reporting and effective communication with all stakeholders.

Key Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Social Work
• Registration with a provincial College of Social Workers as an autonomous practitioner in good standing
• Experience working as part of a multi/interdisciplinary team.
• Experience writing clear and concise assessment, progress and discharge reports.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, autonomy, and integrity.

Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.

Accommodation

Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca

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