Job Description

The Peace River School Division, in conjunction with Holy Family Catholic Regional Division, is seeking applications for a

Full-Time Temporary Project PEACE Success Coach.

This position will commence on August 27, 2025 and continue until May 29, 2026 and will be based out of Good Shepherd School, located in Peace River, Alberta .

Job Summary:

The MHCB Success Coach provides addiction and mental health promotion and prevention to children, youth and families. Working as part of a team, this position develops and delivers developmentally appropriate, evidence based programming that meets the objectives of the MHCB initiative. Delivery of programming involves large and small group work in schools and community settings, and focuses on increasing knowledge, building skills and fostering abilities that enable others to better their own mental health and wellness.



This position also works with school staff, parents and community members (who work closely with children and youth) to increase their knowledge, skills and competence related to mental health and illness issues.



Success Coaches work as part of a team to recognize, understand and adapt to the changing needs of their community related to mental health and wellness. They build and maintain strong relationships with children, youth and families, and act as "go to" mental health subject matter experts for students, staff, parents and community partners.



The MHCB Success Coach also helps to identify and facilitate access for individuals who need referral to specialized addiction and mental health services. The success coach is responsible for ensuring all their documentation is in compliance with HIA (Health information Act) and FOIP and ensures compliance with all relevant Recovery Alberta policies. They also assist with evaluation activities and survey data collection as required by Recovery Alberta.



This position requires someone who has been formally educated in the health or social sciences field (such as health promotion & prevention, social work, nursing, early childhood development, public health, psychology) and who is knowledgeable about addiction and mental health services.

Qualifications & Work Experience (The ideal candidate will have:)

A related post-secondary degree or diploma in social sciences, or relevant courses and experience At least 2 years working experience in addiction and mental health or health/human services related role preferred (experience as a practicum student considered) Knowledge of addiction and mental health is required Familiar with the developmental, educational, emotional, social and recreational needs of children, youth and families Experience with delivering programming and comfortable with public speaking Strong relationship building skills Effective time management skills Takes initiative and is able to work independently as well as in teams Skill and knowledge of facilitation, positive communication and creative thinking Solid comprehension and practice of personal and professional boundaries Ability to develop supportive relationships with young people Able to advocate for and enable others Creative problem?solving and decision?making skills Comfortable liaising with community members, school staff, community agencies and health care providers Community collaboration/networking skills Has an understanding of the community's economic, cultural and political environment Knowledge of the local community and resources available Capable of maintaining program statistics for purposes of evaluation and assisting in evaluating the effectiveness of programs Resilience and a commitment to personal development Skilled in Microsoft Office programs and working knowledge of social media. All employees must provide a criminal record check All professions must provide proof of licensure or registration with the approved Alberta regulatory college, prior to commencing duties where applicable: Regulated health professions under the Alberta Health Professions Act and Health Disciplines Act will be required to show an original copy of a valid practice permit before commencing their duties. Other professions governed by government acts, college or regulatory body requirements may be required to provide additional documentation. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The first review of applications will take place on

May 30, 2025.

The Peace River School Division thanks you for your interest in working with our division - only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


For instructions on how to apply, visit our Careers page. If you require assistance with the application process, please contact ApplyToEducation at 1-877-900-5625 or email info@applytoeducation.com or send cover letter, resume, three work related references and supporting documents to:

Sandra Mackenzie, Program Manager

P.O. Box 380, Grimshaw, AB T0H 1W0

ph: (780) 624-3601 email: mackenzies@prsd.ab.ca

When emailing, please send attachments in PDF format and indicate the position you are applying for in the e-mail subject line.







The rate of pay for this position is based on years of education and relevant work experience, ranging from $24.43 to $44.73 per hour.


Benefits:


The following benefits are available to employees 0.50 f.t.e. or greater.


Life and AD&D Extended Disablility Benefits Extended Health Care Vision Care Dental Care Health Spending Account Paid time off

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