Position Safety And Security Requirements

- Not applicable
- Safety Sensitive Position
- Criminal Record Check
- Credit Check
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Other

BZA EDUCATION is seeking Mental Health Support Worker (Maternity Leave) at Spirit Bay Elementary School.

Position Title: Mental Health Support Worker

Type: Full-Time

Department: Elementary

Supervisor: Director of Education

Primary Job Responsibilities

- Offer culturally and age sensitive mental health supports, respecting the traditions and values of Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek (BZA).
- Provide one-on-one mental health guidance and support to students experiencing mental health crises or concerns.
- Complete assessments to determine risks and strengths for children.
- Promote mental health awareness, prevention strategies, and life skills to students.
- Develop and deliver mental health related programs.
- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of crisis management and the impact of recent or historical trauma on mental health.
- Develop wellness plans in consultation with other service providers and parents.
- Monitor the effectiveness of plans and adjust where necessary.
- Provide students with tools, resources, and supports to navigate mental health situations.
- Engage with external and community staff to participate in the planning of community events that support the overall well-being of students and their families.
- Utilize crisis management techniques to support acute crises.
- Provide students and families with mental health resources and supports.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records and notes.
- Prepare reports related to demographics, health status, and program statistics and information.
- Support the development of funding proposals for mental health and wellness related programs and activities and support required reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Strong understanding of major behavioural, emotional, and mental health problems and disorders experienced by Indigenous students and their families.




- Ability to provide evidence-based counselling support services.
- Demonstrate levels of patience and empathy to all students.
- Solid understanding of principles and practices related to providing trauma-informed care.
- Good time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and pay attention to detail.
- Ability to relate to youth of multiple ages and support their growth and development.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to uphold confidentiality requirements related to student information.
- Ability and comfortability to drive and travel in various weather conditions.
- Ability to speak Ojibway is an asset.

Experience

- At least two (2) years of work experience providing mental health supports to youth is required.
- Demonstrated experience providing mental health support to elementary aged students is an asset.
- Experience working in a First Nation environment is an asset.

Education

- Bachelor of Social Work, Psychology or related human service is required.
- Certification in First Aid is required.

Other Requirements

- Follow all Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek (BZA) policies and procedures and display a commitment to the values and culture of the Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek (BZA)
- Understand and follow all human resources policies through respectful behaviours and actions aligned with the culture and values of Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek (BZA).
- Awareness of recent, historical, and intergenerational trauma that Indigenous children and their families may have experienced. Including the psychological, neurological, physiological, social, and spiritual impact of trauma.
- Uphold the reputation of Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek (BZA) through individual actions and behaviours.
- Follow workplace expectations including attendance and assigned work activities.
- Ability to successfully and periodically undergo an appropriate criminal and vulnerable sector check is required.

Please forward your resume to Kayla Thompson at [email protected]

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