Mental Health Professional

1 week ago

Fort MacKay, Canada Fort McKay First Nation Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable individual with strong interpersonal skills to fill the position of Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor. Reporting directly to the Mental Health & Addictions Manager, the primary responsibility of the Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor is to provide face-to-face counselling and support for community members, families, and groups within the Fort McKay community.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work with at-risk populations with substance use disorders and provide addictions, life skills, and trauma counselling.
  • Perform psychosocial interventions utilizing various treatment modalities (individual, family, group) to children and adolescents experiencing significant mental health difficulties.
  • Complete intakes, assessments, and make decisions around treatment goals with the client.
  • Review, evaluate, and document client progress and make changes to treatment plans as necessary.
  • Provide pre-care and aftercare for clients going through residential treatment.
  • Identify and develop safety plans for high-risk clients, manage and support clients to receive emergency services if necessary.
  • Assess readiness for change with clients and client strengths.
  • Interact with other professionals to discuss therapy or treatment and develop new resources or techniques and to share information as needed.
  • Provide one-on-one counselling and run groups that support sober living, relapse prevention, living skills, and other supportive measures to support healthy, independent sober living.
  • Work with other members of the Mental Health and Addictions team in offering services and supports for clients.
  • Provide programming and support to those community members residing in the sober living facility as needed.
  • Work with elders to support the cultural and spiritual needs of clients, as well as seeking out and supporting cultural activities that will support sobriety and overall wellness.
  • Build relationships with services in the Wood Buffalo region to assist clients with additional services.
  • Consistent communication with the manager of addictions and mental health.
  • Provide statistical data to the manager monthly.
  • Maintain records and files in a clinical and professional manner.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Key Requirements
  • A Master's degree is preferred, but a minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required in Psychology, Addictions, Health Promotion, Social Work, or other related human services field.
  • Active registration with the applicable regulatory college or professional association.
  • Five years of related experience in working with at-risk groups and supporting healthy living and life skills.
  • Five years of experience in addictions services and counselling.
  • Experience working with clients who have trauma and underlying mental health diagnoses.
  • Experience running group counselling and meetings.
  • Familiarity with the DSM-5 is an asset.
  • Standard First Aid & WHIMIS certification.
  • A valid Class 5 driver's license and willingness to drive a company vehicle.
  • A clean Driver's Abstract.
  • A clear Criminal Record check with Vulnerable Sector.
  • The ability to speak Cree or Dene is a definite asset.
  • Experience working in an Indigenous community, including knowledge of First Nations culture, traditions, and values, is considered an asset.

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