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Description

The Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority is a dynamic and evolving healthcare agency that provides health program support to its four northern partners - Prince Albert Grand Council, Meadow Lake Tribal Council, Lac La Ronge Indian Band, and Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation.  
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
This position requires a Bachelor?s degree in Psychology or a relevant field from a recognized university with a minimum of 5 years of experience that reflects work in the areas of mental health and addictions. The ideal candidate must possess the following:  
?    Ability to apply best practices related to models of care, research and trends in the field of mental health and addictions
?    Certified in ASIST or CISM or related training and/or be willing to become certified.
?    Experience in providing advice and guidance in matters requiring interpretation of practices and standards.
?    Provide evidence of previous proposal/policy/framework development.
?    Knowledge of community development.
?    Be a member of a professional association.
?    Completion of a Master?s degree preferred.
?    Health experience with working in northern Saskatchewan an asset.
?    Ability to complete literature review and make recommendations on policy and standards is and asset
?    Proficient in English; both verbal and written communication.
?    Experience working in a First Nations organization and/or the ability to speak a First Nations language is an asset.
?    A valid Driver?s license and can travel as required.

NITHA has a competitive salary/benefits package.  Please note that only those who submit a complete application that includes a cover letter, resume, three (3) work- related references and a copy of education /certification will be considered.  We thank all applications however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.