Apply crisis intervention and therapeutic assessment skills as a full time Youth Mental Health Specialist with SOAR's COAST team in Brantford.
This specialist supports children, youth, and families during initial mental health or addiction crises. You will provide stabilization, develop individualized support plans, and deliver time limited follow up counselling. The work includes evidence based and strength based practice within an interdisciplinary continuum of crisis services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver outreach responses during urgent crisis situations
- Provide clinical interventions for serious behavioural or psychological issues
- Complete assessments identifying strengths, needs, and risk levels
- Connect clients with appropriate ongoing community supports
- Participate in youth focused committees and partnerships
Requirements:
- Related Social Services college degree or diploma
- Registration in positive standing with an applicable governing body
- Experience working with individuals, groups, or families
- Experience with brief therapy and case management
- Reliable transportation and ability to manage traumatic stress
Bring assessment, brief therapy, and crisis intervention experience to SOAR's youth focused outreach and stabilization services.