Job Description

Your Opportunity:Completion of one of the following programs: a master\'s degree in psychology, a bachelor\'s degree in social work incorporating education in mental health assessment, brief counseling, and crisis intervention, a master\'s or bachelor\'s degree in occupational therapy with similar educational components, a bachelor\'s degree in nursing with training and experience in mental health assessment, crisis intervention, and brief counseling, or a bachelor\'s degree in Psychiatric Nursing. Active or eligible for registration with the applicable Alberta regulatory college.Description:As a Mental Health Clinician, you will work as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team collaborating on the delivery of care for the needs of individuals, families and/or communities. You will be responsible for the intake, clinical interviews, and screening of clients with addiction and mental health disorders. You will liaise with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and work collaboratively with other team members as required. You may have the opportunity to participate in program planning, development and to provide supervision to practicum students. This position is open to Registered Nurses, Registered Psychiatric Nurses, Registered Social Workers, Registered Psychologists, and Registered Occupational Therapists.

• Classification: Mental Health Clinician EXCZ
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Adult Community Services, AMH
• Primary Location: U of A Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 09-SEP-2024
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 19-SEP-2024
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $39.48
• Maximum Salary: $52.50
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver\'s License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:Completion of one of the following programs: a Master\xc2\xbfs degree in Psychology, a Bachelor\xc2\xbfs degree in Social Work incorporating education in mental health assessment, brief counseling, and crisis intervention, a Master\xc2\xbfs or Bachelor\xc2\xbfs degree in Occupational Therapy with similar educational components, a Bachelor\xc2\xbfs degree in Nursing with training and experience in mental health assessment, crisis intervention, and brief counseling, or a Bachelor\xc2\xbfs degree in Psychiatric Nursing. Active or eligible for registration with the applicable Alberta regulatory college. Additional Required Qualifications:Full Registration with respective regulatory College under the Health Professions Act. Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). Possession of a valid Class 5 driver\'s license and a vehicle in good working order for work related travel. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Minimum of 3 years of relevant mental health experience, preferably in a community setting. Knowledge and experience with mental health assessment. Knowledge and experience treating individuals experiencing addiction (substance and/or process) Ability to ambulate, climb stairs, and move quickly without limitations in a variety of environments. Preferred Qualifications:Extensive knowledge of the resources of Addiction and Mental Health and the community. A strong understanding of client resources in the community and knowledge of mental health legislation including Community Treatment Orders is an asset.Please note:All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.Security Screening:A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.Healthy Albertans. Healthy
Communities. Together.We\'re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care every day, all across Alberta.Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it\'s about putting patients\' and families\' experiences, priorities and trust first.We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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