Mental Health Therapist Provincial

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time

As part of a multi-disciplinary team, the Mental Health Therapist provides assessment, treatment and consultation to children, youth, and their family members who are experiencing difficulties associated with child abuse. This position is part of the Trauma Treatment Service (TTS), a mental health service provided in partnership with the Zebra Child Protection Centre. Zebra Centre and its partner agencies (EPS, RCMP, AHS Child and Adolescent Protection Centre, and Children’s Services) support child and youth victims of crime through the investigative and justice process by decreasing system-induced trauma. More information about the children’s advocacy centre can be found at Zebra Centre. The key responsibilities for this position include providing comprehensive clinical assessment and treatment of children and non-offending caregivers where child abuse has been an identified issue; providing support, consultation and recommendations to investigative teams as requested; and consulting and collaborating with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, community partners, and other providers in the child-serving sector to address opportunities and gaps in services for this population. Other responsibilities include maintaining up-to-date knowledge of best practices and evidence-based treatment for trauma and participating in regular clinical supervision, multidisciplinary team meetings, and administrative and evaluation activities. This position is currently based out of the Rutherford Mental Health Centre as well as Nexus Business Park. This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.
As the Mental Health Therapist, you will be required to use a variety of treatment modalities (individual, family, and group) to persons experiencing significant mental health difficulties. Working both independently and as a member of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will provide evidence informed and best practices in crisis intervention, assessment, consultation, referral, case management and treatment.
Master's degree in Psychology; or master's degree in Social Work (clinical specialization) including education in mental health assessment and psychotherapy; or master's or bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy including training and experience in mental health assessment and provision of psychotherapy; or master's degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing including training and experience in mental health assessment and provision of psychotherapy. Active or eligible for registration with the applicable Alberta regulatory college.
Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, or Nursing, with considerable experience in mental health assessment and the provision of psychotherapy. Registered Social Workers must be authorized to perform psychosocial interventions, and designation as a Clinical Social Worker is preferred. An equivalent level of education and experience may be considered. Registration in Alberta with a professional regulatory body as defined by the Health Professions Act (CRNA, CRPNA, ACOT, CAP, ACSW). Experience providing mental health interventions to clients who have a trauma history. Demonstrated understanding of family centered care principles and the application of family centered care with clients who have experienced child abuse. Strong clinical skills and ability to work in a variety of therapeutic modalities demonstrated by formal training and experience in at least one evidence-based therapeutic intervention, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and play-based modalities. Experience collaborating with child protection and justice systems and strong working knowledge of relevant legislation. Current BCLS-HCP certification, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, and suicide risk management training. Excellent interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
2-3 years providing mental health interventions to children and youth with a trauma history. Completion of TF-CBT online training. Experience working with multicultural, including refugee and Indigenous groups. Experience working in a multidisciplinary team setting. Experience facilitating groups. Experience using Connect Care.

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