Youth Mobile Crisis Counselor

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority Inc; Selkirk; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is seeking a Community Mental Health Worker – Youth Crisis Services (CMHW-YCS) in Selkirk. The role focuses on crisis intervention for youth and families, with leadership in assessment, planning and documentation within a recovery-oriented model.

Qualified applicants will have a relevant degree, professional licensure, and at least two years of mental health experience. Evening shifts and 0.55 FTE are available under the collective agreement.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years’ experience in relevant mental health area (required).
• Two (2) years direct experience in the area of mental health crisis management (preferred).
• Knowledge of mental health problems, crisis intervention, and recovery models.
• Satisfactory employment record and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provides crisis intervention to individuals and families in a least intrusive manner.
• Leads assessment, treatment planning and action planning to resolve crises.
• Documents actions and supports staff in defusing crisis situations.

Education

B. Sc. MH

B. Sc. RN

RPN

BN

RN

BSW

MOT

Job description

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is seeking a Community Mental Health Worker – Youth Crisis Services (CMHW-YCS) in Selkirk. The role focuses on crisis intervention for youth and families, with leadership in assessment, planning and documentation within a recovery-oriented model.

Qualified applicants will have a relevant degree, professional licensure, and at least two years of mental health experience. Evening shifts and 0.55 FTE are available under the collective agreement.