Internal/External Posting. This posting is to fill a current vacancy. Reference Number: MENTA001144. If applying by email, indicate the reference number in the subject line.Job Type: Full Time position. Location: Sioux Lookout, Ontario. Rate of Pay: Annual : $68,778 – $100,438 / Hourly $37.790 – $55.186. Annual travel stipend available. Hours of Work: 35 hours per week. Application Deadline: Open until filled.Position Summary: Nodin Mental Health Services is a department of Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority. It is a resource available to First Nations children, youth, adults, and families from 33 remote northern communities served by SLFNHA. Nodin has several services: intake, counsellors travelling to communities, a crisis response program, community-based children's mental health and addiction workers, on-call, traditional healing, youth school counsellors, an outpatient mental health service, and also mobile outreach mental health and addiction counsellors who are a part of a Crisis Response and Harm Reduction Mobile Outreach Team for Sioux Lookout.The Counsellor I – Travelling position is an entry level position for new graduates with little to no experience. The goal for the entry level counsellor is to first receive on the job training, supportive mentoring from peers and clinical supervisor for a period of time in Sioux Lookout before starting to travel into First Nations communities to provide counselling. Under this mentorship, the new counsellor will gain practical experience with clients and documentation, receive knowledge transfer, and build skills/confidence relevant to counselling in First Nations communities. Once readiness is determined that the counsellor can perform the job effectively, they will commence travelling to First Nations communities to provide counselling. A Counsellor I – Travelling may move to a Counsellor II – Travelling after gaining one year of experience.AccountabilityThe Counsellor I – Travelling is accountable to the Supervisor – Clinical, Outreach Service.QualificationsPersons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment)Minimum level of education required is equivalent to high school graduation and completion of a diploma training program, specific to mental health at a recognized collegeRegistration with a recognized professional body that is regulated to practice psychotherapy in Ontario (e.G., CRPO, OCSWSSW, CPO).New graduate with limited to no work experienceKnowledge and experience with different talking therapies (e.G. cognitive behavioural therapy, group therapy, motivational counselling,



family systems therapy)Can approach work holistically using a wellness model which highlights and encourages client's strengthsStrong set of interpersonal skills to establish and maintain rapport effectively with clients and partnersAsset to have training in assessing risk of suicide, suicide intervention, trauma informed care, substance abuse/addiction, intergenerational trauma, grief, self-harm, psychiatric disorders etc.Ability to work with children, youth, adults and familiesKnowledge of mandatory reporting requirementsMust have experience assessing high risk clients and responding appropriatelyExperience developing presentations and facilitating group work/therapyProficient in typing and competent in the use of computersExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAccuracy and strong attention to detail is a mustStrong interviewing, analytical, problem-solving, organizational and time management skillsSelf-starter to work independently with initiative and highly adaptableSupport system and self-care strategies in place to maintain own wellbeingKnowledge of the people, culture and mental health priorities of First Nations communities in the Sioux Lookout regionAbility to communicate in one or more of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout region will be an assetPrevious experience working with First Nations communities is an assetAbility to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout region is an assetThe ability to perform the requirements of the position on a regular basis.Roles & ResponsibilitiesExtensive travel to First Nations communities to provide counselling, support/guidance, intervention, crisis management, family counselling, group work and case managementConduct mental health assessments, help clients define goals and develop treatment plansAssessment of risk factors, clinical management of risk, stabilization, development of safety plansDevelop therapeutic processes to guide clients in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with their problemsFocus sessions on recovery, modification of behaviours or better management of conditionsEvaluate client's progress on a regular basis and adjust interventions as necessaryCoordinate care, collaborate and refer to community/regional resources or specialistsMaintain accurate, factual,



and objective typewritten records in a timely manner on all aspects of clinical careMonitor files closely to ensure there is active care, and close inactive files without delayProtect client confidentiality, secure all records, and maintain integrity of client recordFollow duty to report requirements as necessaryLead group therapy sessions and conduct mental wellness workshopsParticipate in regular supervision meetings to review all cases/issues, receive education and direction, and for debriefingPlanning community trips/schedules in advance to ensure clients and communities receive services in a timely and effective mannerParticipate in ongoing education on mental health issues and team meetingsDevelop and deliver presentations and group work in-house as requestedDevelop and maintain good working relationships with community-based mental health workers and provide mentoring supportOther duties that may be deemed necessary by your immediate SupervisorAbout Working with UsThe Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority (SLFNHA) serves 33 First Nation communities in the Sioux Lookout region in Ontario, Canada. Mandated by the leadership in these communities, our organization is dedicated to strengthening First Nations by contributing in unique ways to a robust health system for the Anishinabe.We value respect, relationships, culture, equality and fairness. Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority focuses on hiring Indigenous employees whenever possible.Employment BenefitsHealth and dental benefitsCompetitive time off plans that increase with years of servicePension plan & comprehensive insurance coverageFitness reimbursement programProfessional development opportunitiesRelocation assistanceCandidates are encouraged to self-identify on their application. Self-identification is voluntary and the information is used to assist SLFNHA in hiring Indigenous people from the region whenever possible and to support candidates in their application.If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at:Human Resource DepartmentSioux Lookout First Nations Health AuthorityP.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen StreetSioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8Phone: (807) 737-1802Fax: (807) 737-2969Email: Human. [email protected] resumes received after application deadline will be accepted. SLFNHA wishes to thank all applicants in advance. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our website at www.Slfnha.ComSLFNHA is a proud supporter of Mikinakoos Children's Fund. To find out more, visit www.Mikinakoos.Com

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