22 Oct
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CASA Mental Health
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Edmonton
22 Oct
CASA Mental Health
Edmonton
A Rewarding Career at CASA Mental HealthAre you passionate about creating hope for children, youth and families? At CASA Mental Health, every role contributes to our mission of building resilience and advocating for the children and families we serve. Guided by our vision of a community where all children and youth are empowered to thrive, we deliver holistic, evidence-informed and compassionate care across Alberta.
About the Comprehensive School-Based Mental Health ProgramThe Comprehensive School-Based Mental Health Program (CSBMHP) is part of a larger community investment initiative led by CASA’s Indigenous Services department to improve the continuum of child and adolescent mental health care in First Nation and Métis communities. The CSBMHP supports First Nation and Métis school divisions to improve or develop models of intervention. School division partners are provided access to ongoing professional development, training and consultation services. The CSBMHP team provides universal mental health education, targeted group programming and mental health services to children and adolescents attending partner First Nation and Métis schools.
Job DetailsSalary/Wage range: $86,815.00
- $131,281.00Vacation: 20 DaysShift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per dayPrimary
location:
CASA WestSecondary location(s): Fort Road, CASA CentreHybrid/Multi-siteUnion: ExemptClassification: Grade 6FTE: 1.0Status: PermanentThe Manager, Clinical will:
- Provide daily clinical and operational leadership to the program, including performance management, coaching, mentoring, clinical supervision and staff training.
- Collaborate with school administrations to develop and implement service pathways, mental health prevention, promotion and intervention programs including mental health classrooms.
- Attend ongoing cultural competency and integrated practice training sessions provided by CASA’s Indigenous Wellness Support Services (IWSS).
- Work collaboratively with the IWSS team to integrate traditional Indigenous mental health and wellness practices and worldviews into western mental health approaches to consultation, programming, assessment and treatment.
- Oversee culturally responsive, holistic and trauma-informed assessment and treatment.
- Lead case conferencing with the CSBMHP team and support ongoing communication with school administrations and wellness teams.
- Triage referrals and assign caseloads.
- Ensure adherence to CASA’s clinical policies and standards of practice.
- Train staff on organizational policies, admission, assessment, treatment planning and clinical documentation.
- Ensure high-quality record management through the electronic medical record system.
- Maintain community partnerships and resolve patient and family concerns.
- Support program improvements by collaborating with school partners and clinical teams, incorporating best practices and collecting data for evaluation.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated leadership ability with excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence in all aspects of the discipline including clinical practice, supervision and education.
- Enhanced skills in knowledge translation, education, program design and evaluation are an asset.
- Ability to identify barriers and solutions to service provision.
- Ability to work autonomously, independently and to prioritize work activities.
- Experience working in school settings or with school administrations and/or support teams is desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to new or unexpected situations, and a flexible approach to interpersonal situations.
- Knowledge of traditional Indigenous mental health and wellness practices are an asset but are not required.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s degree in clinical psychology or social work (with psycho-social intervention designation).
- Minimum of five years of clinical practice in child and family mental health and/or youth addictions.
Conditions of Employment
- A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
- Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) as well as physical ability to perform all interventions.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license, reliable vehicle and ability to travel to and from local partner Indigenous communities.
Your Well-Being MattersAt CASA, we know a career in mental health is more than just a job, it’s a calling. That’s why we take care of the people who make that care possible.
We offer
competitive advantages, opportunities for growth, and the support you need to rest, recharge and continue making a difference.
What We Offer
- Employer-paid health and dental benefits, including $1000 per paramedical practitioner and $2,000 annually in mental health services.
- Flexible Spending Account that allows you choose between Health Sp
📌 Manager, Clinical (Edmonton)
🏢 CASA Mental Health
📍 Edmonton