Job Purpose
The Youth Mental Health Counsellor works within a multidisciplinary team to provide prevention, assessment, referral, clinical counselling and follow-up services to Enoch’s youth. By weaving together western medicine and traditional wellness practices the counsellor plays a pivotal role in supporting youth navigate the complex challenges they face, while supporting their emotional well-being, resilience, and personal growth. By facilitating a safe and supportive environment, they empower the youth to explore and address their mental health concerns, develop coping strategies, and build healthier relationships. The Youth Mental Health Counsellor’s dedication to promoting mental health awareness in the community contributes to destigmatizing mental illnesses, contributing to a community where young people feel valued, understood, and supported on their journey toward mental wellness. Services and supports will be extended to include family, guardians, or other caregivers as needed or requested. Services may also be provided to the community members in the form of psycho-educational workshops and presentations. The Youth Mental Health Manager will also support mental health awareness initiatives at the community level. Close collaborations with other health and support services will be built and maintained in our collective effort to deliver a comprehensive, end-to-end continuum of Indigenous addiction and mental health services.Education, Experience and Requirements
•A master’s degree in clinical social work, psychology, or occupational therapy or related healthprofessional qualifications with a specialization in mental health is preferred.
•A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, psych nursing. An equivalent combination ofeducation, training & experience may be considered.
•Minimum 2 years experience in mental health service delivery, preferably on a First Nationscommunity or with Indigenous people.
•Experience working within the perimeters of the Alberta Mental Health Act
•Experience will be considered in place of education
•Additional experience, training and/or certification in therapeutic modalities specific to child andyouth counselling including play therapy, art therapy, drama therapy, equine therapy, land-basedteaching etc.
•Current practicing registration with the applicable professional governing body in Alberta.
•Valid Alberta Driver’s License
•Clear Criminal Record Check
Working Conditions
The Youth Mental Health Counsellor will work in an office environment and is required to work 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday. May be required to work evenings and weekends, travel may be required. While adhering to the Enoch Cree Nation Human Resources Policy & Procedure Manual.
Closing Date : November 25, 2024
Please submit cover letters and resumes to Human Resource Department
