Mental Health Counsellor

Department: Red Crow Community College. Main CampusesJob Title: Mental Health Counsellor

Term: 1-year contract – with the possibility of an extension

Status: Full-Time

Closing date: Until a suitable candidate is found.

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General Description:The Mental Health Counsellor will work within Red Crow Community College, assisting students and staff in the area of Mental Health. Some roles and responsibilities include responding to student inquiries, scheduling appointments, keeping detailed records, developing relationships with other Health Agencies, developing workshops focusing on mental health and other health and wellness topics, case management, and maintaining a secure environment for confidential information and documents. This person must possess exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written. The Mental Health Counsellor must be very organized, have a strong work ethic, be proficient in computer skills with the ability to try new systems, and be willing to learn.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist students with mental health questions, provide information on available/established

mental health organization programs both within and outside Red Crow Community College;

• Schedule appointments with students and staff when required.

• Develop relationships with other Health agencies to build a network of support for students.

• Develop workshops focused on Mental Health and other various Health and Wellbeing Topics;

• Assist students with techniques in building and creating a healthy and productive school

environment at home.

• Respond to mental health crises, assist in providing and directing students to various health

agencies.

• Case management and clinical reports of client information and data.

• File and manage client information and data of clients.

• Work with other departments within Red Crow Community College;

• To respond to requests promptly.

• To maintain confidentiality of information;

• To maintain professional relationships with students, instructors, and members of the Red Crow

Community College;

Necessary Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• A University degree in Social Work, Counselling, Mental Health or equivalent post-secondary

education and experience required.

• Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills that include word processing and spreadsheets, the

use of a database, web content management system, and other systems that may apply to the

educational institution;

• A working knowledge of Blackfoot language and understanding of First Nations culture is an asset.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a resume, a copy of your credentials, a criminal record check, and three professional references to:

Red Crow Community College

Attention: Human Resources Manager

PO Box 1258

Cardston, AB T0K 0K0

Email: hr@mikaisto.com

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