Mental Health Therapist (Child and Youth Clients)

Canadian Mental Health Association based in Welland, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Mental Health Therapist (Child and Youth Clients). The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is a nonprofit committed to advocating mental health awareness and offering assistance to individuals and families impacted by mental illness. CMHA aims to foster a more inclusive and supportive environment conducive to mental and emotional well-being, enabling everyone to thrive. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: Canadian Mental Health Association
Position: Mental Health Therapist (Child and Youth Clients)
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $73233.00 – $77506.00 Annually
Employment Type: Full Time permanent
Employment Status: Relief
Workgroup: Immediate & Brief Services
Location: Welland, ON, CA
Weakly Hours: 35 hours/week

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work, counselling or other university degree relevant to the practice of counselling and psychotherapy from a recognized institution
Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of three years of relevant experience

Other Requirements:

The candidates should be a member in good standing of a Professional College (OCSWSSW or CRPO) or in the process of registration
The candidates should have a minimum of three years of relevant experience
The candidates should possess an in-depth understanding of mental health and addiction issues
The candidates should demonstrate the ability to refer children with mental health and addiction problems to appropriate services
The candidates should be knowledgeable about the mental health community resources available
The candidates should have a commitment to working cooperatively with clients and members of the interdisciplinary team
The candidates should demonstrate openness to the customs and habits of other cultures
The candidates should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The candidates should have knowledge and ability to use basic computer software
The candidates should have excellent knowledge of oral and written French and English
The candidates should be willing to work flexible hours to meet the needs of clients
The candidates should have access to a motor vehicle and hold a valid Ontario driver’s license

Responsibilities:

The candidates should be able to work under the supervision of the Director of Specialized Services and the Team Coordinator
The candidates should be able to work with a multidisciplinary team to provide counseling intervention services to Francophone children and adolescents (0-18 years) with adjustment difficulties, behavioral issues, and other mental health issues
The candidates should be able to ensure the healthy development of children and adolescents and promote the development and maintenance of a good parent-child relationship through the provided services and inherent programs
The candidates should be able to process applications to the child and youth mental health program according to established procedures
The candidates should be able to assess strengths and needs of children, youth, and parents using questionnaires or standardized assessment tools such as the CHMYN (including monitoring and closure)
The candidates should be able to prepare service plans for children and youth served based on available reports, initial parent/youth meetings, and CHMYN assessments and other assessment tools as required
The candidates should be able to provide counseling, education, and support services to maintain and promote emotional, social, behavioral, and relationship functioning and wellbeing in the context of daily life
The candidates should be able to conduct case presentations to the mental health team with the clinical manager according to established procedures
The candidates should be able to consult the clinical manager during the probation period and according to the requirements of the professional college
The candidates should be able to ensure that all client interventions are evaluated following the closure of a file and that the results are noted
The candidates should be able to ensure that a service plan is developed and reviewed regularly
The candidates should be able to ensure that summary reports are completed prior to the transfer of a file and the closure of the intervention
The candidates should be able to deliver psychoeducational programs in response to requests received
The candidates should be able to refer families/youth to specialized services as needed
The candidates should be able to support families, children, and youth who require specialized services
The candidates should be able to ensure coordination and case management when other partners/agencies are involved with the client’s file in accordance with established procedures
The candidates should be able to ensure that the approaches and/or programs recommended in the service plan are evidence-based
The candidates should be able to develop and facilitate educational and support groups for children, adolescents, and their parents according to the needs of the clientele
The candidates should be able to organize workshops and activities to raise awareness of mental health issues
The candidates should be able to serve on community tables or committees to communicate the needs of the Centre’s clients
The candidates should be able to share information about the activities of external committees with the mental health team
The candidates should be able to liaise and make referrals to community agencies to improve access to French language services
The candidates should be able to prepare reports and maintain records
The candidates should be able to maintain program statistics for evaluation and research purposes
The candidates should be able to ensure health promotion in the francophone community by aiming for the overall development of community health that includes all aspects of an individual’s life
The candidates should be able to perform all other related work as assigned or required

Benefits:

The candidate will get medical/Dental/STD-LTD/Life Insurance

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.

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We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!

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