Job Title:

Mental Health Therapist - Staff

Company:	Saskatchewan Health Authority
Location:	La Ronge , SK
Job Reference:	GO-00740126
Closing Date:	December 20, 2023

Position #: 147329
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Type: Permanent Full Time
Facility: La Ronge Health Centre
Department: Mental Health La Ronge
Expected Start Date: November 20, 2023
FTE: 1.0
Shift Information: Days
Hours of Work: 224.00 hours per 6 week rotation
Salary or Pay Band: $35.546 to $43.466 (5 step range)
Number of Positions: 1

Job Summary:

The Mental Health Therapist is accountable for the provision of intake, clinical consultation, clinical assessment and treatment services to a diverse client group that includes adults and children and youth outpatient clientele.

This position is accountable to the Manager of Mental health and Addictions and is situated in a multi-disciplinary team which includes social workers, registered psychiatric nurse and, addictions counselors.

Qualifications

A bachelor degree in a Social Work, Psychology or other health related discipline.
Demonstrated experience working with clients and families coping with mental health disorders.
Eligibility for Professional registration with applicable professional association.
Valid Class 5 driver's license

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to advocate on behalf of clients
Ability to conduct a suicide risk assessment and create a risk management plan with the other health care providers on the team.
Advanced counseling skills
Advanced demonstrated knowledge of a variety of intervention methodologies (individual and group) for patients, families and children.
Computer skills.
Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of the Mental Health Services Act and related legislation
Demonstrated skills:
- In maintaining files and records
- With Addiction and Concurrent disorders specific assessment and counselling.
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with clients and co-workers
Knowledge of the holistic addictions treatment model
Sound knowledge of indigenous culture, healing practices and indigenous based healing initiatives.
Working knowledge of Suicide Intervention skills

Other Information

Field Hours
Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement.

HSAS seniority within the Saskatchewan Health Authority will be considered under the Selection Criteria.

Additional Text:

Relocation Assistance of up to a maximum of $3,000 for a 1 year return for service.

Other Northern Incentives as per HSAS Collective Agreement are prorated:

Special Northern Leave after one (1) year of service
$1900 Annual Retention Payment after one year of service
$100.50 Biweekly Northern Allowance

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) requires a criminal record check (CRC) from every potential SHA team member. The CRC must be dated within the past six (6) months and be satisfactory to the SHA. A vulnerable sector check (VSC) is required for individuals providing patient/resident/client care to vulnerable persons. Internal candidates may be required to provide a CRC and/or VSC during the recruitment and selection process.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

The SHA is committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Metis people.