Mental Health Therapist

Join CASA Mental Health in shaping a brighter future for children, youth and families by providing them with timely mental health care and empowering them to thrive. Job Details Wage range: $44.03 - $56.50 + an additional $9/hour CASA Classrooms premium Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day Primary location: CASA West Secondary location: Partner First Nation and Metis Communities  Union: In-scope Classification: Mental Health Therapist FTE: 1.0  Status: Permanent About the Role Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the Mental Health Therapist works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team, school administrators, community service providers and caregivers to provide timely, wrap-around clinical service delivery in the Comprehensive School-Based Mental Health Program in partnership with First Nation and Métis schools. The Mental Health Therapist will: * Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social-spiritual mental health assessments of assigned preschoolers, children and adolescents. * Provide therapeutic interventions to support the patient in achieving therapeutic goals utilizing a variety of developmentally appropriate treatment modalities. * Formulate diagnoses as appropriate, using the DSM-V-TR and/or other diagnostic tools. * Work closely with Elders and Knowledge Keepers from the communities we serve. * Facilitate psychoeducational group sessions on general mental health topics for school staff, caregivers and community service providers. * Adhere to the policies and procedures of First Nation and Métis school division partners. * Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, professionals, caregivers, Elders and Knowledge Keepers to develop holistic patient care plans and support successful transitions. * Participate in school and community events, including traditional ceremonies and cultural events. * Provide coverage for the Kipohtakaw Education Centre Mental Health Therapist. Qualifications * Graduate degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work (with psycho-social intervention designation), Occupational Therapy, or Nursing. * 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). * A minimum of two years clinical practice in child and family mental health and/or youth addictions * Access to cultural and spiritual knowledge and training is provided * Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle. Conditions of Employment * A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate. * Must maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) and be physically able to perform all interventions. Closing Date: September 25, 2025 Please quote the following competition number in your application materials 25-182 #CASAMHT