School Mental Health Specialist

Schools (Government); Northwest Territories; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Canada is seeking a Mental Health Practitioner to enhance mental health support in schools. This role involves providing early intervention services, coordinating support for students with complex needs, and collaborating with educational staff. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in psychology, social work, nursing, occupational therapy, or counselling, and relevant counselling experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified professional with registration and experience in mental health.
• Skills in early intervention and prevention strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Enhance mental health programs in schools.
• Provide early intervention services for students.
• Coordinate supports for students with complex needs.

Skills

Counselling experience

Collaboration with health professionals

Understanding of mental health issues

Education

Qualification as a psychologist, social worker, mental health nurse, occupational therapist, or counsellor

Job description

An educational institution in Canada is seeking a Mental Health Practitioner to enhance mental health support in schools. This role involves providing early intervention services, coordinating support for students with complex needs, and collaborating with educational staff. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in psychology, social work, nursing, occupational therapy, or counselling, and relevant counselling experience.