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Description

Employer Job Number: GO-00607367-1
Facility: La Loche Health Centre
Job Description: As a member of the interdisciplinary team, and under the general direction of the Director of Mental Health and Addictions or the Community Mental Health Nurse the primary goal will be to develop and deliver effective day-patient services to communities utilizing a primary health and community development approach.

The Mental Health Therapist will provide Mental Health Services to youth, family and community members of the SHA, i.e. individual and/or family counselling, group counselling, facilitating workshops, seminars and providing crisis intervention.  

Required Qualifications

Valid Drivers License
Bachelor Degree in Social Work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Eligibility for registration in corresponding professional association
Experience
The position is required to understand the clinical theory and practice, and have experience in working with the addicted population.  The incumbent is responsible for creating and supporting an environment that facilitates the achievement of client care goals and the personal/professional growth and development of colleagues.

Some examples of clinical leadership initiatives:

Supports the Mission Statement and objectives of the Saskatchewan Health Authority. Ensures quality of care initiatives is implemented.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Knowledge of the development model of recovery (SMRS)
Knowledge of addictions screening and assessment tools and procedures
Knowledge of best practices in the addictions field and harm reduction strategies including the Saskatchewan Model of Recovery Servic
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