Mental Health Therapist Staff

Job Responsibility:

Position # : 189049 Union: HSAS Facility: Swift Current Community Services City/Town: Swift Current Department: Child & Youth Mental Health & Addictions - Federal Funding Type: Full-time temporary FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Hours of Work: 24 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks Relief: No Float: No Field Hours: Yes Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Mental Health Therapist - Staff $35.546 to $43.466 Travel Required: Yes : Reporting to the Manager Mental Health & Addictions the incumbent assists in the development and implementation of programs for youth with serious emotional, behavioral and mental health & addictions problems. This includes the delivery of group educational activities, life skills programming, addictions programming and family work. Human Resources Exemption: No Experience

• Minimum of one year experience in the area of child and youth mental health

Education

• Degree in Human Services/Health Sciences or related field

Other Education and Training

• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable

Competencies

• Advanced - Verbal communication skills
• Basic - Data entry skills
• Intermediate - Organizational skills
• Advanced - Written Communication Skills
• Intermediate - Time management skills
• Advanced - Computer skills
• Advanced - Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of the Mental Health Services Act
• Knowledge in mental health/illness impacts related to children and adolescents
• Knowledge of normal and abnormal development
• Knowledge in local human service organizations, resources, referral procedures
• Knowledge of Matrix Addictions Programming
• Accurately triage addiction(s), collectively develop a recovery and case plan.
• Knowledge in Mental Health and Addictions
• Knowledge in appropriate treatment modalities for adolescents and their families
• Ability to provide public presentation and professional training.
• Knowledge in youth mental health impacts and systems of complex care
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to competently use computers and software applications
• Ability to assess, treat and implement mental health plans for youth & families
• Ability to cope effectively with stress, change, and diversity
• Knowledge in Motivational Assessment Process
• Knowledge in development model of recovery (SMRS)
• Knowledge of systems theory and human lifespan development
• Knowledge in addiction issues and mental health disorders
• Knowledge in child development, family systems theory and attachment theory

Other Information

• Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
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• Adhere to established Mental Health Services policies and procedures
• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Registered/eligible for registration with the appropriate licensing body

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone. We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.