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MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST

FULL TIME PERMANENT POSITION WHOLISTIC HEALTH & WELLNESS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Salary Level: PT MHT ST2 $73,891.88

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent will promote healthy functioning clients and facilitate changes in behavior, feelings and attitudes needed in resolving emotional conflict. The candidate should demonstrate a strong background in mental health counseling and a willingness to work closely with the Program Manager and Mental Health Team in making diagnosis and the development of treatment plans for the community of Akwesasne.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act;

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or other equivalent Mental Health degree and is in good standing with the Canadian Counseling and Psychotherapy Association of Ontario and is qualified to practice in the Provinces of Ontario and Quebec;

• Demonstrates experience in counseling and psychotherapy;

• Experience working with children and families;

• Understanding of child development and family dynamics;

• Knowledge of community resources related to the needs of the children and families;

• Attend all mandatory training as planned by the Program Manager or Clinical Supervisor.

All interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and copies of all relevant certificates/diplomas along with three references submitted on a Consent to Release Reference Check form (contact Human Resources) no later than 5:00 p.m., Thursday, May 16, 2019:

Shayleen Thompson, HR Staffing Officer

Administration Building # 1

Akwesasne, Quebec

H0M 1A0

(613) 575-2250, ext. 2147

E-mail: shayleen.thompson@akwesasne.ca

• Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the qualification requirements on their resume.

• Native preference in hiring.

• A criminal record check is mandatory before start of employment.

• As a requirement of employment, all applicants must have a Canadian Social Insurance Number.

• An eligibility list will be created for one year.

 

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