Job Description

Position #

: 9003545

Expected Start Date:

June 16, 2025

Union:

HSAS

Facility:

Outlook Health Centre

City/Town:

Outlook

Department:

Social Work

Type:

Full-time regular

FTE:

1

Shift Information:

Days

Hours of Work:

28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief:

No

Float:

No

Field Hours:

Yes

Salary or Pay Band:

Pay Band Mental Health Therapist - Staff $35.546 to $43.466

Travel Required:

Yes

:

The Mental Health Therapist - Staff is an integral member of the Primary Health Care Team and works in part of the network team in the medical home model. As a member of a multidisciplinary primary health care team, the incumbent is primarily responsible for behavioral health supports for a number of conditions under the care of the Primary Health Care Provider. The services to be delivered through this position include screening functional assessment and develops behavioral change plans in conjunction with the Primary Health Care Provider. The Mental Health Therapist - Staff develops and implements a behavioral healthcare plan and makes referrals as required.

Human Resources Exemption:

No

Experience

Experience w/ clinical interventions in Integrated Care or Community Health Care Experience with clinical interventions related to Primary Health Care Experience in brief treatment modalities in PHC setting is an asset

Education

Degree in Human Services/Health Sciences or related field

Competencies

Advanced - Organizational skills Critical thinking skills Excellent documentation skills Communication skills

Knowledge and Abilities

Demonstrates ability in teaching, facilitation and group activities Knowledge/skills in the principle and practices that align to behavioral health Knowledge of principles and implementation of behavioral health skills Knowledge of community resources Ability to provide brief, solution focused interventions Ability to adapt to and implement change Knowledge of Health Information Protection Act and other legislation. Knowledge of the Mental Health Services Act and Family Services Act Ability to work flexible hours Knowledge of motivational interviewing Ability to follow structure and maintain routine Ability to work under stress Ability to support improved functioning. Ability to evaluate the mind-body-behavior connection Adherence to the Code of Ethics. Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Other Information

Professional registration with applicable professional assoc. (if applicable) Travel within Saskatchewan Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement Responsibility and accountability at all times for her/his own practice Outlook is located approximately 94 km south of Saskatoon Valid Class 5 driver's license

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

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