Saskatchewan Health Authority
Location
Swift Current, SK | Canada
Job description
Employer Job Number: GO-00747482-4
Facility: COMMUNITY HEALTH
Job : 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.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor Degree in Human Service Field
Current or eligible registration with the Saskatchewan regulatory body associated with affiliated profession
Valid Saskatchewan Driver's license
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to accept and implement change
Ability to travel both within the region and provincially
Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to work under stress
Active listening, being the one that can "hear" their story
Adherence to the Code of Ethics
Advanced communication skills
Advanced counseling skills
Advanced organizational skills
Critical thinking skills
Demonstrated ability to manage conflict toward effective outcomes.
Empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care
Knowledge and skills in a broad range of therapeutic approaches
Knowledge of community outpatient and inpatient service delivery systems
Knowledge of the Mental Health Services Act and other legisl
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Job tags
Salary
$35.55k - $43.47k per year
