Job Order Detail

Description

The psychosocial and emotional health of our students is a key element of academic success. This role supports students with addictions and mental health challenges who are unable to access community intervention services. In this role, the Mental Health and Addictions Liaison (MHAL) will provide short-term addictions counseling, assessments, and referrals to community-based support. The MHAL will also utilize the Prairie Valley School Division Roadmap to Mental Health and Addictions Services to coordinate available external addiction services, therapy services through outside agencies, and develop resources for students.

The MHAL provides a comprehensive range of services to students whose ability to learn is impacted by mental health issues, addictions, or both. This role focuses on diagnostic assessments, consultation, collaboration, and the application of expertise in mental health, addictions, learning disorders, and intellectual disabilities to enhance learning opportunities and success for students.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of assessment, intervention, and consultation methods related to childhood and adolescent mental health issues, addictions, and learning disorders.
Superior case management tracking, documentation, writing, and reporting skills.
Knowledge of and adherence to professional standards and ethics of the relevant professional regulatory bodies in Saskatchewan.
Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with students, families, teachers, and community providers.
Ability to manage confidential material and maintain staff and student privacy.

Qualifications:
Qualified applicants include those that meet the requirements to be a registered psychologist or social worker.