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Mental Health Therapist Staff

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April 15 2025
Expected expiry date: April 23 2025
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories Therapy Services
Maple Creek, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 52171
  • Job Category Community Care
  • Posting Date 04/15/2025, 12:00 AM
  • Locations Southwest Integrated Health Facility
  • Apply Before 04/23/2025, 12:00 AM
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: 186590

Expected Start Date: May 05, 2025

Union: HSAS

Facility: Southwest Integrated Health Facility

City/Town: Maple Creek

Department: Primary Care Sites

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: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Mental Health Therapist - Staff $35.546 to $43.466

Travel Required: No

Job Description: 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 develops and implements a behavioral healthcare plan and makes referrals to as required.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • Experience with clinical interventions related to Primary Health Care

Education

  • Degree in Human Services/Health Sciences or related field

Other Education and Training

  • Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable

Competencies

  • Intermediate - Critical thinking skills
  • Basic - Presentation skills
  • Advanced - Organizational skills
  • Advanced - Communication skills
  • Intermediate - Listening skills
  • Advanced - Counseling skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Ability to handle difficult situations resulting in productive outcomes
  • Knowledge of Health Information Protection Act and other legislation.
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care
  • Ability to function effectively in high stress and in emergency situations
  • Knowledge in various therapeutic approaches
  • Self-reflective practice: adhere to profess. code of ethics/practice standards
  • Ability to work flexible hours
  • Demonstrates ability to accept and implement change
  • Knowledge of the Mental Health Services Act and Family Services Act
  • Knowledge of community outpatient and inpatient service delivery systems

Other Information

  • For more information on the town of Maple Creek please visit https://maplecreek.ca/
  • Registered/eligible for registration with the appropriate licensing body
  • Travel within the region and provincially
  • Maple Creek is located approximately 138 km west of Swift Current
  • Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
  • Valid Class 5 driver's license
  • Responsibility and accountability at all times for her/his own practice

About Us

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.

Additional Information

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.