Join CASA Mental Health in shaping a brighter future for children, youth and families by providing them with timely mental health care and empowering them to thrive. We're looking for an experienced health-care professional who is eager to make an impact in their community.
Job Details
Salary/wage range: $39.49 - $51.99
Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day
Primary location: Bonnyville
Union: In-scope
Classification: Registered Nurse
FTE: 0.6 up to 1.0
Status: Permanent
About the Role:
CASA Mental Health Classrooms are CASA's new model for school-based mental health service. The program addresses the need for services closer to students by bridging a child's mental health and school needs, through a coordinated approach by a mental health team and a teacher. CASA Classrooms are delivered in partnership with the Government of Alberta, community partners and school divisions. This role follows the school year schedule, running from August to June.
The Mental Health Nurse will:
Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to provide and coordinate services such as nursing assessments, plans of care, medication administration, teaching, telephone follow-up and health promotion.
Complete appropriate nursing assessments (physical and psychosocial) to identify mental health concerns and current risks. This includes:
Incorporating objective findings such as laboratory results, diagnostic findings, specialist reports and past history.
Integrating assessment and other data to establish appropriate long and short-term goals, and providing nursing interventions to promote, maintain and restore health.
Monitor, evaluate and modify nursing care plans based on effectiveness of interventions and/or changes in condition or environment, in collaboration with the patient and care team.
Provide information and instructions to assist others in understanding the clinical condition, ongoing care and management.
Provide relevant medication teaching.
Assist with individual or group therapy.
Liaise with other professionals to promote continuity of care and assists families with connecting to a primary care physician.
Act as a resource by providing training to team members to assist in their professional development, and participating in the development of children's mental health teaching and resource materials.
Identify service delivery improvements and suggest enhancements with the lens of evidence-informed practice and CASA's strategic and operational plans.
Regularly work with the team, Program Manager and Senior Clinical Operations Manager to gather information and implement any required improvements to clinical processes.
Practice according to the code of ethics and practice standards of their specific nursing college.
Help identify evaluation measures and outcomes in consultation with the Program Manager.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in nursing.
A minimum of three to five years of recent pediatric experience in an ambulatory care setting which has included the care and management of children with mental health problems. Acute care experience in children's mental health would be an asset.
Must be a member in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta or College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta.
Knowledge of the Health Information and Protection of Privacy Information Acts in addition to professional organization's ethics and standards of practice.
Respect for and understanding of confidentiality, and an ability to maintain confidentiality regarding personal and sensitive information.
Familiarity with electronic medical records or similar information systems.
Ability to apply theoretical knowledge in a clinical setting, utilize relevant research findings in daily nursing practice, identify barriers and facilitate solution development, and to work independently and within a team to prioritize work activities.
Commitment to continuous quality improvement and engaging in continuous learning opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Ability to make evidence-based decisions, work across programs and services, and to work and communicate in a cooperative, respective manner with all staff.
Knowledge of family therapy and group therapy is an asset.
Conditions of Employment
A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) or Supporting Individuals through Valued Attachments (SIVA) training, as well as physical ability to perform all interventions.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials: 25-002
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Join CASA Mental Health as we deliver culturally-safe mental health services to children, youth and families. Enjoy life-work harmony, competitive benefits and the fulfillment of empowering kids and families to thrive.
Job Details Wage range: $43.17 to $55.39 + an additional $9 per hour CASA Classrooms premium Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day Primary location: Lacombe Union: In-Scope Classification: Mental Health Therapist FTE: 1.0 for the duration of the school year Status: Permanent
About the Role: CASA Mental Health Classrooms are CASA’s new model for school-based mental health service. The program addresses the need for services closer to students by bridging a child’s mental health and school needs, through a coordinated approach by a mental health team and a teacher. CASA Classrooms are delivered in partnership with the Government of Alberta, community partners and school divisions.
The Mental Health Therapist will:
Work with the CASA team and external supports to provide high-quality, trauma-focused mental health therapies to children, teens and families. Complete mental health assessments, design treatment plans and provide multi-modality therapy for students. Help caregivers with children who have exceptional needs build specialized parenting skills. Formulate diagnoses as appropriate, using the DSM-5-TR and other diagnostic tools. Conduct case management functions, including convening case conferences and liaising with CASA therapists and psychiatrists, community services and other professionals involved with the child and their family. Coordinate consultation with others therapists or external partners as appropriate. Supervise and/or precept student placements. Contribute to staff knowledge and understanding of discipline-specific issues.
Qualifications Master’s degree in psychology, social work or occupational therapy, or, a bachelor’s degree in social work or a related discipline such as psychology or social sciences, with a minimum of three years of related experience in an educational or mental health setting. Active registration and in good standing with Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW), College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) or Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT). A minimum of two years of clinical practice in child and family mental health and/or youth addictions. Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
Conditions of Employment A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate. Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) or Supporting Individuals through Valued Attachments (SIVA) training, as well as physical ability to perform all interventions.
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials: 25-016
Join CASA Mental Health in shaping a brighter future for children, youth and families by providing them with timely mental health care and empowering them to thrive.
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Wage range: $43.08 to $56.09 Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day Primary location: CASA Fort Road Union: In-scope Classification: Speech Language Pathologist FTE : 0.4 (14.5 hours per week) Status: Permanent About the Role CASA Classrooms are CASA’s new model for school-based mental health service. The program addresses the need for services closer to students by bridging a child’s mental health and school needs, through a coordinated approach by a mental health team and a teacher. CASA Classrooms are delivered in partnership with the Government of Alberta, community partners and school divisions.
The Speech Language Pathologist will:
Provide services including screening/probing and formal assessment of speech, language, fluency, voice, feeding and swallowing difficulties and related communication challenges. Determine appropriate diagnostic instruments/treatments to use with each patient. Interpret test results in conjunction with other related medical, behavioural and educational information, to identify speech, language, communication and related disorders. Develop, plan and implement programs to correct speech, voice, language, resonance, cognitive-linguistic and swallowing disorders. Monitor, evaluate and modify speech-language therapy care plans based on effectiveness of interventions and/or changes in condition or environment, in collaboration with the patient and care team. Act as a resource and provide supportive training to team members to assist in their professional development. Travel between CASA sites and partner school board sites in Edmonton and surrounding area.
Qualifications Master’s degree in speech and language pathology. Active registration and in good standing with the Alberta College of Speech and Language Pathologists. A minimum of three years of recent pediatric experience. Mental health experience is an asset. Experience in assessment and treatment.
Conditions of Employment A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate. A satisfactory Child Intervention Check.
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials 25-014
Join CASA Mental Health in shaping a brighter future for children, youth and families by providing them with timely mental health care and empowering them to thrive.
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Wage range: $38.51 to $48.97 per hour Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day Primary location: CASA Fort Road Union: In-scope Classification: Occupational Therapist FTE: 0.6 (21.75 hours per week) Status: Permanent About the Role CASA Classrooms are CASA’s new model for school-based mental health service. The program addresses the need for services closer to students by bridging a child’s mental health and school needs, through a coordinated approach by a mental health team and a teacher. CASA Classrooms are delivered in partnership with the Government of Alberta, community partners and school divisions.
The Occupational Therapist will:
Complete screening and standardized assessment of deficits in fine motor, gross motor, sensory and related disorders. Provide occupational therapy services to support patients within their classroom environment. Interpret test results in conjunction with other related medical, behavioural and educational information to identify motor and related disorders. Demonstrate proficiency in treatment planning, including the development of individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs. Determine appropriate diagnostic instruments to use with each patient. Provide information and recommendations to assist others in understanding the clinical condition and ongoing care and management. Consult and provide advice and educational services to patients and families regarding fine motor, gross motor and related disorders. Act as a resource and provide supportive training to team members to assist in their professional development. Participate in the development of children’s mental health teaching and resource materials. Travel between CASA sites and partner school board sites in Edmonton and surrounding area.
Qualifications Master’s degree in occupational therapy. Active registration in good standing with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT). A minimum of three years of pediatric experience. Mental health experience is an asset. Knowledge of evidence-based occupational therapy assessment and intervention practices for children and adolescents. Experience working with children and youth with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties in community-based, school-based and/or day program settings. Proficiency in treatment planning, goal writing, treatment evaluation and report writing.
Conditions of Employment A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
Closing Date: February 2, 2025
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials: 25-013.
Join CASA Mental Health in shaping a brighter future for children, youth and families by providing them with timely mental health care and empowering them to thrive.Job DetailsSalary range: $76,960 - $114,400 CAD AnnuallyShift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per dayPrimary location: CASA HouseUnion: ExemptFTE: 1.0 FTEStatus: PermanentAbout the RoleCASA House is a live-in program for teens who need support with significant mental health and/or addictions challenges. Teens stay at CASA House for an average of four months. The program involves parents and caregivers as active participants in treatment. Treatment includes individual, group and family therapy, social and life skills training, and on-site schooling in small classroom settings.The Unit Supervisor will:Oversee day-to-day functioning of unit team on their assigned shifts.Participate in patient intakes, facilitate parent group orientation and youth orientation, and participate in program eligibility assessment as required.Oversee patient care decisions as the most responsible healthcare provider on evening shifts.Provide electronic medical record documentation training and oversight for unit staff.In collaboration with the Program Manager, develop and implement program-level education/training for the unit staff.Assist with CASA House program development.Model and encourage effective communication within and between teams to promote a safe, respectful and trusting workplace culture.Collaborate with the Program Manager, Program Supervisor and Senior Manager, Clinical Practice to routinely review and plan improvement to enhance unit quality.Support program staff to utilize a holistic and high-quality model of assessment and treatment planning that is family-centered, trauma-informed and inclusive of biological, psychological, social and cultural factors for the patients and their family.Support recruitment for relevant staff and participate in interviews and selection process.Lead team meetings as assigned by the Program Manager.QualificationsRegistered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse.BScN preferred.A minimum of five years of experience in children’s mental health and/or youth addictions.Acute care children’s mental health experience is considered an asset.Must be a member in good standing with the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta or the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta.Conditions of EmploymentA satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA), as well as physical ability to perform all interventions.Closing Date: Open Until FilledPlease quote the following competition number in your application materials: 24-140. #J-18808-Ljbffr
