Job Order Detail

Description

About the YMCA
The YMCA of Regina is a non-profit charity dedicated to building strong communities through health, leadership, and personal development. With an annual operating budget of $12 million, we serve nearly 60,000 people each year. Our services focus on health & fitness, community development, & childcare.

About Moose Jaw Family Services
MJFS has been providing counselling and support services to the Moose Jaw community since 1977. Our programs help individuals build resilience, develop skills, & make positive life changes.

The Opportunity
The Mental Health and Addictions Lead will be part of the Integrated Youth Service HOMEBASE, collaborating with multiple agencies to provide youth with timely access to services. This role emphasizes early interventions & a multidisciplinary approach to youth mental health needs.
Responsibilities
    Work on-site at IYS Moose Jaw
    Collaborate with HOMEBASE senior staff on mental health programs
    Provide counselling using brief, solution-focused therapy
    Liaise with youth participants & service providers
    Facilitate community outreach youth recruitment
    Develop & facilitate educational programming on mental health
    Maintain accurate & confidential records
    Support a clean, welcoming environment
    Office administration
    Participate in Trainings

Qualifications
    BSW, MSW, or equivalent in social work or counselling
    Registered with a professional association
    Experience working with youth &facilitating groups
    Knowledge of Indigenous, newcomer, 2SLGBTQIA+ populations
    Flexible availability: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM, but may be a shift to less traditional hours, including evenings/weekends.

The successful candidate must have a recent criminal record check, a child abuse registry check, &  a valid drivers license.

Benefits: Available after 3-months

Full Job Description: www.mjfamilyservices.com/home/employment-opportunities