Mental Health Clinician – Alberta Health Services

Job Title: Mental Health Clinician

Location: Medicine Hat, AB

Job Description: Your Opportunity:This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.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.

• Recovery Alberta: Y
• Classification: Mental Health Clinician EXCZ
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Recovery Centre
• Primary Location: Medicine Hat Recovery Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 11-DEC-2024
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time
• Date Available: 21-DEC-2024
• Temporary End Date: 31-MAR-2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $39.48
• Maximum Salary: $52.50
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver’s License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:Completion of 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. Additional Required Qualifications:A combination of education and experience may be considered including those with a Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing with a minimum 3-5 years’ current clinical experience working with individuals who have mental health and addiction needs. Experience working with multidisciplinary team and community agencies. Solid knowledge foundation of intervention and treatment modalities relevant to clinical disorders and psychosocial and environmental problems. Knowledge of the Diagnostic and Statistics Manual (DSM) and ability to formulate an accurate provisional diagnosis. Comprehensive knowledge of relevant community resources and legislation. Strong mental health assessment, crisis management and counselling skills. High degree of flexibility, as well as the ability to work independently and to engage and work with a diverse client population. Good interpersonal skills and an ability to work independently are essential. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to work in stressful, demanding and changing conditions. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a center-wide multidisciplinary team. Good problem-solving skills and clinical judgment. Must be authorized to perform psychosocial activities as defined by the appropriate professional association. Outpatient/community experience. Preferred Qualifications:Experience developing and facilitating groups. Experience with Connect Care. Valid Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training.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.

Company Name: Alberta Health Services

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