Mental health associate Jobs in Edmonton, AB

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 : $43.17 to $55.39 an hour Shift structure : Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day Primary location :   CASA West Secondary location (s) : Partner First Nation and Metis Communities Classification :  Mental Health Therapist FTE :   1.00 Status :   Permanent ​ About the Role CASA’s First Nation, Métis and Inuit Mental Health Services team provides trauma-informed, culturally safe, holistic mental health care to Indigenous children, adolescents and their families from partner First Nation and Métis communities. Families can access mental health services in their rural community or at any CASA Mental Health location within Edmonton. The Mental Health Therapist will :   Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social-spiritual mental health assessments of assigned preschoolers, children and adolescents. Provide holistic interventions using developmentally-appropriate therapeutic modalities and Indigenous wellness practices to support patients in achieving their therapeutic goals. Collaborate with the Indigenous Wellness Support Services team, Elders and Knowledge Keepers to ensure care plans are trauma-focused, culturally-appropriate and include traditional wellness practices. Work closely with Therapy Support Navigators, providing guidance and supervision in delivering therapeutic interventions. Develop and facilitate group programming for children, youth and their families in First Nation communities. Engage in community events, including traditional ceremonies and celebrations, to foster relationships and support cultural connections. Actively participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings for case review, treatment planning and consultation. Contribute to program planning and quality improvement initiatives based on patient and family needs. Ensure adherence to Ownership, Control, Access, and Possession (OCAP) principles when providing services to First Nation and Métis communities. Qualifications Graduate degree in clinical psychology, social work (with psycho-social intervention designation), occupational therapy or nursing. Active registration and in good standing with a professional college identified under the Health Professions Act. A minimum of two years clinical practice in child and family mental health and / or youth addictions. Knowledge and experience in supporting children and adolescents who have experienced trauma. Proficiency in therapeutic modalities such as CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Narrative Therapy and EFT. Training and experience in play therapy and DBT are considered assets. Understanding of Indigenous historical accounts, systemic barriers, intergenerational trauma and the impacts of colonization. Please note : access to cultural and spiritual knowledge and training is provided. Conditions of Employment A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the succes sful candidate. Closing Date : Open Until Filled Please quote the following competition number in your application materials : 24-104 . #MHT   Powered by JazzHR