Child and Youth Mental Health Therapist

Kenora Chiefs Advisory is looking to hire a Child and Youth Mental Health Therapist! For more information please see the details below!

Are you looking for a career opportunity with a healthcare organization that not only positively impacts lives but also prioritizes client well-being and values its employees as essential contributors? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Why Join Us?

We are looking to grow our teams with people who share our energy and enthusiasm for creating the best experience for our clients and within KCA. Discover What’s Possible!

Examples of Support

  • Unique health services organization
  • Supportive management team and collaborative work environment
  • Family Culture
  • Innovative environment
  • Enriched job fulfilment

We offer a competitive compensation package and exceptional opportunities for career growth HOOPP pension plan with company contributions

Employer Name: Kenora Chiefs Advisory
City: Kenora
Province: Ontario
Postal Code: P0X 1C0
Application Deadline: December 11, 2024
Email: resume@kenorachiefs.org
Hours of Work: Full-Time, 2-year contract
Job Type: Full-Time
Wages: $90,000 - $110,000

Duties of this LEAP Job Posting:

Position Description

Reporting to the Child and Youth Mental Health Services Manager, the Child & Youth Mental Health Therapist is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions for First Nations children in partnership with interdisciplinary service providers. The Child & Youth Mental Health Therapist will provide therapy from varying modalities e.g. CBT, DBT, Solution Focused etc., in conjunction with traditional ways of healing as desired by the client and their family. This position will be expected to travel to First Nations communities that are supported by Kenora Chiefs Advisory

Duties:

  • Operate as a member of the Child and Youth Mental Health Services Team
  • Complete assessments and case conceptualizations in partnership with clients and families
  • Support clients in connecting with traditional healing practices if desired by clients and families
  • Provide mental health therapy using evidence-based practice
  • Complete case notes in an electronic medical record
  • Complete relevant reports in a timely manner
  • Develop and coordinate wellness plans that encompass spiritual, mental, emotional and physical wellness
  • Monitor clients’ progress, goals and needs, using a stepped care approach
  • Provide crisis intervention and after-care
  • Provide virtual and in-person service
  • Carry and maintain a caseload
  • Work with other service providers to support clients
  • Participate in individual and group supervision, as required
  • Participate in program evaluation and enhancement as required by the Child and Youth Mental Health Services Manager
Qualifications for this LEAP Job Posting:
  • Bachelor’s degree in the field of Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or related field
  • Membership, in good standing, with a Professional College eligible to practice to the controlled act of psychotherapy such as the OCSWSSW, CRPO, CNO, CPO, or COTO
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in practicing therapy, and/or working with youth and families
  • Interest in working with service providers across sectors including Mental Health, Primary Care, Education and Employment
  • Excellent rapport and ability to work with youth and families
  • Willingness/interest in being certified in therapeutic modalities & interventions such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, EFT etc. and other relevant certifications/trainings
  • Ability to deal with crisis and post-crisis situations
  • Excellent skills in the following areas: teamwork, computer, organization, networking, interpersonal, presentation and communication (written & oral)
  • Knowledge of the Anishinaabe culture and language, and experience working in First Nation communities is an asset
  • Ability to demonstrate and work through a lens of sensitivity to diversity related to race, religion, culture, cognitive functioning, poverty, sexual orientation, and gender identity
  • Knowledge and understanding of harm reduction, and a desire to work within this framework
How To Apply to this LEAP Job Posting:

Please forward resume cover letter and 3 references to:

Human Resource Department
Kenora Chiefs Advisory
P.O. Box 349- 240 Veterans Drive, 3rd Floor
Kenora ON P9N 3X4
Fax: 807-467-2656
Email: resume@kenorachiefs.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please Note

Traditional practices involve burning sacred medicines including tobacco, sweetgrass, Sage and cedar may occur within the workplace.

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