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Provincial Mental Health Counselor

2 months ago


Ponoka County, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time

Your Opportunity:
This role is eligible for a remote hybrid arrangement following an initial orientation period.

Under the supervision of the Manager, VODP, and with guidance from the Clinical Supervisor, the Mental Health Therapist (MHT) will deliver harm reduction-oriented mental health and addiction services to clients throughout the province.

As an MHT, you will collaborate within a multidisciplinary framework to provide culturally sensitive assessments, treatment, case management, crisis intervention, education, and referral services for clients dealing with opioid dependency and their families.

Your responsibilities will include adhering to regulatory protocols concerning Suboxone and Methadone, monitoring prescription modifications, facilitating dosage adjustments, reviewing urine drug screening results, ensuring the VODP physician is informed of patient conditions, and supporting the overall physical and emotional well-being of clients in relation to their addiction.

By working alongside Pharmacies, Laboratories, Emergency Departments, Physicians, and existing Addiction and Mental Health Services, you will engage in a collaborative decision-making process with your team and external partners to identify solutions and resources for individuals facing opioid dependency.

This position is expected to transition to Recovery Alberta.


Description:


As the Mental Health Therapist, you will employ a range of therapeutic modalities (individual, family, and group) to assist individuals experiencing significant mental health challenges.

Operating both autonomously and as part of a cooperative multidisciplinary team, you will implement evidence-based practices in crisis intervention, assessment, consultation, referral, case management, and treatment.


Classification: Mental Health Therapist Provincial

Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH

Unit and Program: Virtual Opioid Dependency Program

Primary Location: Central Center for Mental Health and Brain Injury

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 1.00

Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: 2

Shifts per cycle: 10

Shift Pattern: Days

Days Off: Saturday/Sunday

Minimum Salary: $41.12

Maximum Salary: $54.61

Required Qualifications:


Master's degree in Psychology; or a master's degree in Social Work (clinical specialization) with training in mental health assessment and psychotherapy; or a master's or bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy with experience in mental health assessment and psychotherapy; or a master's degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing with training in mental health assessment and psychotherapy.

Active or eligible for registration with the relevant Alberta regulatory college.

Additional Required Qualifications:


A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered, and Social Workers must be authorized by ACSW to provide psychosocial interventions.

At least 3-5 years of experience delivering frontline Addiction and Mental Health services in various healthcare environments (e.g., urgent, acute, community).

Strong understanding of the addiction and mental health system across the province and the ability to identify resources beneficial for clients based on clinical judgment.

Advanced skills in assessment and intervention for individuals of all ages with addiction and mental health issues, including crisis intervention capabilities.

As an engaged and supportive treatment team member, you possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.

You are a self-motivated individual with outstanding leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, capable of managing change and thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Strong knowledge of mental health and substance use issues is essential. Proficiency in computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, is required. Experience in an Opioid Agonist Treatment Program is preferred.


Preferred Qualifications:
As required.
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