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The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties: Interview clients individually, in families or in groups to obtain case history background information and prepare intake reports. Assess strengths, deficits and difficulties and determine the types of service required. Provide therapy to assist clients in developing skills to deal with and resolve their social and personal difficulties. Being a member of a multi-disciplinary team, to develop a self-help approach to the overall improvement of health and social well-being of band members. Participating in community development projects that enhance the capacity of the community with respect to Mental Health issues. Providing follow-up care to individuals and families returning from treatment at outside agencies. Development of school-based programs. Development of a crisis intervention plan for communities. Provide crisis intervention services and emergency shelter referral services. Implement and organize the delivery of specific services within the community. Implement life skills and workshops/presentations on Mental Health related topics. Maintaining professional confidentiality within the limits of legal and child welfare reporting requirements. Other work-related duties as assigned by Immediate Supervisor.
The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Social Work or Bachelor of Education with a Major in Psychology or related field; 1-2 years experience working in Counselling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field is preferred. Ability to counsel children, youth, and adults. Ability to work within multidisciplinary team. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Required Professional Registration with a Regulatory Body (i.e., Saskatchewan Social Work Association, Canadian Social Work Association, etc.) Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset. Ability to speak/understand Cree is an asset
