Job Posting: Counsellor - Flagstaff’s Informed Response Sharing Team Mental Wellness Program (Contract)

Organization: FIRST (Flagstaff's Informed Response Sharing Team)Position: Mental Wellness Counsellor (Contract)Hours: 14 hours per weekTerm: One-year contractLocation: Flagstaff Region, AlbertaCompetition: Open until a suitable candidate is found

About FIRST

FIRST (Flagstaff's Informed Response Sharing Team) is a collaborative community organization dedicated to strengthening mental wellness, reducing stigma, and improving access to supports across the Flagstaff region. Working alongside community partners, FIRST provides accessible, client-centred mental wellness services that promote resilience, connection, and hope for individuals and families living in rural communities.

Position Summary

FIRST is seeking a compassionate, experienced, and community-minded Mental Wellness Counsellor to join our team on a one-year contract. The successful candidate will provide short-term counselling and mental wellness supports to individuals experiencing a variety of life challenges, helping improve access to care in the Flagstaff region.

Counselling services are delivered through a flexible model that includes in-person, virtual, and telephone appointments, with some evening availability required to meet client needs.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide strengths-based, client-centred counselling to individuals across the lifespan.
- Deliver counselling services in person, online, and by telephone.
- Develop cooperative care plans that support client goals and wellbeing.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation.
- Work collaboratively with community partners to coordinate referrals and wraparound supports.
- Participate in case consultation and program evaluation activities.
- Promote mental wellness, resilience, and early intervention throughout the community.





Qualifications

Applicants must be registered and in good standing with the appropriate professional regulatory body in Alberta.

Preferred qualifications include:

- Master of Social Work (MSW)
- Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology
- Master's Degree in Psychology
- Or another related graduate degree in a regulated mental health profession

Equivalent education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Experience

The ideal candidate will possess:

- Experience providing individual counselling in a community or clinical setting.
- Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
- Strong assessment, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Understanding of rural communities and the unique barriers to accessing mental health services.
- Training or experience in agriculture-informed (Ag-informed) mental health supports is considered a strong asset.
- Experience working with diverse populations and individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, and life transitions.

What We Offer

- Adaptable work schedule.
- Opportunity to provide meaningful services within a supportive rural community.
- Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment.
- Administrative support, referrals, and established community partnerships.
- Competitive contract compensation based on qualifications and experience.

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and résumé outlining your qualifications and professional registration to:

Stacey McLennan, FIRST Coordinator - [email protected]

Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.

FIRST thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $45.00-$59.67 per hour

Benefits:

- Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

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