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CASA Mental Health
Red Deer, AB
Experienced
Posted 13 days ago

Join CASA Mental Health as we deliver culturally-safe mental health services to children, youth and families. Enjoy life-work harmony, competitive benefits and the fulfillment of making a difference in empowering kids and families to thrive.Monday to Friday, 7.Red Deer Public School DistrictSecondary location(s): MultisiteUnion: In-ScopeClassification: Mental Health TherapistFTE: 0.0Status: PermanentAbout the RoleCASA Classrooms are CASA's new model for school-based mental health service. The program addresses the need for services closer to students by bridging a child's mental health and school needs, through a coordinated approach by a mental health team and a teacher. CASA Classrooms are delivered in partnership with the Government of Alberta, community partners and school divisions.The Mental Health Therapist will:Work with the CASA team and external supports to provide high-quality trauma-focused mental health therapies to children, teens and families.Build specialized parenting skills for caregivers with children who have exceptional needs.Conduct case management functions, including convening case conferences and liaising with CASA therapists and psychiatrists, community services and other professionals involved with the child and their family.QualificationsMaster's degree in psychology, social work or occupational therapy.A minimum of two years of clinical practice in child and family mental health and/or youth addictions.Active registration and in good standing with Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW), College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) or Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT)Conditions of EmploymentA satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search. A satisfactory Child Intervention Check.Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or exemption on the basis of a protected legal ground.