Job Order Detail

Description

Position #: 9007402

Expected Start Date: June 15, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Biggar & District Health Centre

City/Town: Biggar

Department: Primary Care Sites

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.86

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 24 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Field Hours

Salary or Pay Band:  Pay Band Mental Health Therapist - Staff $35.546 to $43.466

Travel Required: Yes
Job Description: The Mental Health Therapist  Staff is an integral member of the Primary Health Care Team and works in part of the network team in the medical home model. As a member of a multidisciplinary primary health care team, the incumbent is primarily responsible for behavioral health supports for a number of conditions under the care of the Primary Health Care Provider. The services to be delivered through this position include screening functional assessment and develops behavioral change plans in conjunction with the Primary Health Care Provider. The Mental Health Therapist  Staff develops and implements a behavioral healthcare plan and makes referrals as required.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education
- Degree in Human Services (Social Work, Psychology, Registered Nurse)
Licenses
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
Experience
- Experience in brief treatment modalities in PHC setting is an asset
- Experience with clinical interventions related to Primary Health Care

Competencies
- Communication skills
- Excellent documentation skills
- Critical thinking skills

Knowledge & Abilities

- Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care
- Ability to evaluate the mind-body-behavior connection
- Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to lead group activities
- Ability to work under stress
- Ability to support improved functioning.
- Knowledge of motivation...
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