Mental Health Interventionist for African Nova Scotian Youth

6 days ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

About Us

IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults, and families each year across the Atlantic region.

We recognize each other's talent and celebrate our successes. We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our values, and enjoy access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs.

Our Team

Our team of mental health professionals is committed to providing culturally responsive care and support to children, youth, and families from diverse backgrounds.

As a Clinical Interventionist, you will work closely with our multidisciplinary team to provide direct clinical services, conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and implement interventions that promote skill development and social-emotional functioning.

Your Qualifications

  • Mastery of a relevant field, such as clinical psychology, speech-language pathology, or occupational therapy.
  • Registration or eligibility for registration with the appropriate professional body in Nova Scotia.
  • Knowledge and awareness of the African Nova Scotia community and youth-serving organizations.
  • Experience working in pediatric mental health and addictions settings, preferably with African Nova Scotian populations.
  • Excellent assessment, treatment planning, and intervention skills.
  • Able to design, implement, and monitor psychological programming to enhance social-emotional functioning.
  • Familiarity with non-violent crisis intervention certification (NCI) and current CPR Level-C Healthcare Provider or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Why Work with Us?

Working with IWK Health offers a range of benefits, including competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.



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