Description
This support position will be based out of Glenmary Junior/Senior High School, located in Peace River, Alberta.
The position will commence on August 28, 2024 and continue until November 30, 2025 with the possibility of a future employment.
This p osition will remain open until a suitable candidate is secured.
Job Summary
The MHCB Success Coach provides addiction and mental health promotion and prevention to children, youth and families. Working as part of a team, this position develops and delivers developmentally appropriate, evidence based programming that meets the objectives of the MHCB initiative. Delivery of programming involves large and small group work in schools and community settings, and focuses on increasing knowledge, building skills and fostering abilities that enable others to better their own mental health and wellness.
This position also works with school staff, parents and community members (who work closely with children and youth) to increase their knowledge, skills and competence related to mental health and illness issues.
Success Coaches work as part of a team to recognize, understand and adapt to the changing needs of their community related to mental health and wellness. They build and maintain strong relationships with children, youth and families, and act as “go to” mental health subject matter experts for students, staff, parents and community partners.
The MHCB Success Coach also helps to identify and facilitate access for individuals who need referral to specialized addiction and mental health services. The success coach is responsible for ensuring all their documentation is in compliance with HIA (Health information Act) and FOIPP and ensures compliance with all relevant AHS policies. They also assist with evaluation activities and survey data collection as required by AHS.
This position requires someone who has been formally educated in the health or social sciences field (such as health promotion & prevention, social work, nursing, early childhood development, public health, psychology) and who is knowledgeable about addiction and mental health services
Qualifications & Work Experience ( The ideal candidate will have:)
A related post-secondary degree or diploma in social sciences, or relevant courses and experience
At least 2 years working experience in addiction and mental health or health/human services related role preferred (experience as a practicum student considered)
Knowledge of addiction and mental health is required
Familiar with the developmental, educational, emotional, social and recreational needs of children, youth and families
Experience with delivering programming and comfortable with public speaking
Strong relationship building skills
Effective time management skills
Takes initiative and is able to work independently as well as in teams
Skill and knowledge of facilitation, positive communication and creative thinking
Solid comprehension and practice of personal and professional boundaries
Ability to develop supportive relationships with young people
Able to advocate for and enable others
Creative problem-solving and decision-making skills
Comfortable liaising with community members, school staff, community agencies and health care providers
Community collaboration/networking skills
Has an understanding of the community’s economic, cultural and political environment
Knowledge of the local community and resources available
Capable of maintaining program statistics for purposes of evaluation and assisting in evaluating the effectiveness of programs
Resilience and a commitment to personal development
Skilled in Microsoft Office programs and working knowledge of social media.
All employees must provide a criminal record check
All professions must provide proof of licensure or registration with the approved Alberta regulatory college, prior to commencing duties where applicable:
Regulated health professions under the Alberta Health Professions Act and Health Disciplines Act will be required to show an original copy of a valid practice permit before commencing their duties.
Other professions governed by government acts, college or regulatory body requirements may be required to provide additional documentation.
Requirement for Employment:
Provide an acceptable current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (Please note, record check must be less than six (6) months old to date of your application.)
For instructions on how to apply, visit our Careers page. If you require assistance with the application process, please contact ApplyToEducation at 1-877-900-5625 or email info@applytoeducation.com or send resume, cover letter, three work related references and supporting documents to:
Sandra MacKenzie, Project PEACE Program Manager
Peace River School Division
email: mackenzies@prsd.ab.ca
(Send e-mail attachments in PDF format. Please indicate the position you are applying for in the e-mail subject line.)
Rate of pay will range from $ 24.43 to $ 44.73 per hour dependent on years of experience and education.
Benefits: The following benefits are available to employees at time of employment and are working at a 0.50 f.t.e. or greater.
Income Replacement Benefits
Extended Health Care
Vision Care
Dental Care
Health Spending Account
