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Fort Vermilion School Division

Mental Health Therapist 2024-2025

Fort Vermilion,AB
  • To be discussed
  • Full time ,Part time

  • 1 position to fill as soon as possible

Fort Vermilion School Division

Mental Health Therapist

The Fort Vermilion School Division is accepting applications for a Mental Health Therapist (1.0 FTE) to coordinate and provide services in High Level and surrounding communities. The Mental Health Therapist will work within a collaborative team that provides a range of prevention, proactive and intervention services within inclusive school environments in an effort to develop, nurture and enhance the mental and emotional wellbeing of children, youth and families.

Ideal candidates will possess the following qualifications and characteristics:

Master’s Degree in Counseling/Educational Psychology/Social Work with clinical designation or related health sciences field

Eligible for membership with the appropriate professional body in Alberta if applicable

3 years’ experience in child, youth and family counseling

Experience in clinical assessment and therapy

Strong organizational and case management skills

Experience with universal and targeted skill building programming in schools

Strong understanding of an educational setting

Ability to establish rapport with students, families and community agencies

Strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills

Experience leading a team

Ability to lead and supervise others

Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required

Understanding of local cultures an asset

Knowledge of Fort Vermilion School Division schools and community agencies an asset

Start Date: September 3rd, 2024

Hours: 35 hours per week

Salary & Benefits:

Salary range from $78,000 to $92,941 per year, depending on qualifications and experience

Benefits will be provided after 90 calendar days of employment.

Specific details regarding this position may be obtained from Natalie Morris, Associate Superintendent of Learning / Supervisor of Learning Services - Connectivity at nataliem@fvsd.ab.ca.

Application must include:

A cover letter

A resume outlining educational background, including post-secondary education and experience

Transcripts of post-secondary education

Names, addresses, and contact information of at least 2 current references

Vulnerable Sector Check & Intervention Record Check:

A Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check (if applicable) will be required prior to employment.

Click here for more VSC / IRC information.


Requirements

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Diploma

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Work experience (years)

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Internal reference No.

3781502