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Under the direction of the Health Program Manager and the direct clinical supervision provided by the Saskatoon Tribal Council, the Living Well Coordinator will be responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of holistic mental health and therapy services for the community and will provide services and deliver programs in accordance with the Living Well framework. The Living Well Coordinator will provide assessment, treatment and consultation services for a broad range of emotional, social, behavioral, and mental health problems. He/She will collaborate with teachers, staff, and parents regarding troubled 'at risk' children, adults, and families. The Living Well Coordinator will work with the service providers from the Wellness Center, Child & Family Services, Nibwakawigamig School, Justice, Elders, Chief and Council, Recreation, as well as services outside the community.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. A post secondary or Master's level degree in the social/health sciences or human services discipline such as a BSW, MSW, M. Ed, Masters in Psychology;
2. Appropriate professional membership to practice in SK or be in the process of attaining professional membership such as the Saskatchewan Psychological Association, the Canadian Clinical Counseling Association, the Saskatchewan Association of Social Work;
3. Must carry professional liability insurance
4. Minimum of 3 years experience working with First Nations wellness issues
5. Experience with individual, family and group counseling;
6. Relevant training in special projects area will be considered an asset - ASSIST, Mental Health First Aid, Life Skills Coaching and/or training in facilitation;
5. Knowledge of mental illness, addictions, family violence, residential school impacts and best practice approaches to support and treatment
6. Experience working with First Nation culture and understanding of spirituality is an asset.
A full list of responsibilities and qualifications can be requested.
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Computer use
Transportation/Travel Information
- Valid driver's licence
Specific Skills
- Provide suicide and crisis intervention
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Child abuse registry check
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