23-089 Mental Health Therapist (Temporary)

About CASA CASA Mental Health is an established non-profit organization delivering holistic, culturally-safe wrap-around mental health services to Albertans and their families. CASA provides mental health service to the missing middle – mental health treatment for diagnosed children and youth, in between prevention and promotion in primary and community care, and acute treatment in hospital.
CASA’s team of mental health professionals are trauma experts committed to delivering service in collaboration with community partners. This includes assessment and treatment for up to 4,000 children, youth and their families each year, from community outreach settings to intensive treatment programs. About the Role CASA currently has a unique opportunity for a Mental Health Therapist to grow their specialized skills in family treatment with an experienced team of family therapists. The Mental Health Therapist works collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team members to ensure success in the area of clinical service delivery. They will work and learn with a cohesive team of psychiatrists, nurses, clinical support workers, addictions counsellors and other therapists with diverse backgrounds in social work, occupational therapy and psychology to provide these services.
The Mental Health Therapist will: Work with the CASA team and external supports to provide high-quality family therapy to children, teens and families. Build specialized parenting skills for caregivers caring for children with exceptional needs. Formulate diagnoses as appropriate, using the DSM-5-TR and other diagnostic tools. Conduct case management functions, including convening case conferences and liaising with CASA therapists and psychiatrists, community services and other professionals involved with the child and family. Coordinate consultation with others therapists or external stakeholders as appropriate. Provide supervision or preceptorship for student placements. Contribute to staff knowledge and understanding of discipline-specific issues. Deliver care and learning from reflecting teams co-therapy. Job Details Union : In-scope Classification : Mental Health Therapist FTE : 1.00 Status : Temporary (to approximately June 2024)
Location : CASA Centre Multi-site : Yes Minimum hourly rate : $42.53 Maximum hourly rate : $54.57 Hours per shift : 7.25 Shifts per week : Five Days off : Saturday and Sunday
Qualifications Master’s degree in psychology, social work or occupational therapy. A minimum of two years of clinical practice in child and family mental health and/or youth addictions. Must be a member in good standing with their respective professional association or college. Knowledge and experience in delivering family therapy-related modalities is an asset (e.g., emotion-focused family therapy, the Gottman Method, attachment-focused family therapy). Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Conditions of Employment A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate. A satisfactory Child Intervention Check. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or exemption on the basis of a protected legal ground. Closing Date: June 9, 2023 For further information on these opportunities, please contact us at [email protected] Why Work With CASA? Life - Work Balance CASA's hours of work allow you to balance your work with the rest of your life. Our Wellness Days can be used how you want, when you want, ensuring everyone is feeling their best. Employees also receive competitive vacation days so that you have the time you need to recharge your passion. Meaningful Work Feel good about making a difference in the lives of children, youth and families so that they are empowered to thrive! Employee Benefits CASA Mental Health offers a competitive benefit and pension package for employees, including a flexible spending account, access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program, and more! Powered by JazzHR