Mental Health Therapist Senior - SHA-La Ronge HC-Mental Hlth Community Serv

Position #: 9006678

Expected Start Date: May 28, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: La Ronge Health Centre

City/Town: La Ronge

Department: Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 224 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of work: Standard hours

Job description

The Mental Health Therapist Senior reports directly to the Manager. The Mental

Health Therapist Senior is responsible for the day-to-day client service

delivery (development, implementation, delivery and evaluation) of the Adult and

Youth Mental Health and Addictions Services Programs.

The position is required to understand the clinical theory, practice and have

experience working within the Mental Health and Addition out patience

services. The incumbent is responsible for creating and supporting an

environment that facilitates the achievement of client care goals and the

personal/professional growth and development of colleagues.

Hours of Work: Field Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Mental Health Therapist - Senior $38.389 to $46.943

Travel Required: Yes

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Degree in Human Services (Social Work, Psychology, Registered Nurse)

Experience

• Two (2) years’ experience relevant to the required work as determined by the

employer.

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Competencies:

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills.
• A strong knowledge of the Developmental Model of Recovery, the Saskatchewan

Model of Recovery Services, the Motivational Assessment Process and the

Policies and Procedures established by Addiction Services.

• Ability to accurately assess addictions and or addiction related issues and

make appropriate recovery plans and referrals.

• Individual, group and crisis management/stabilization counselling skills.
• Ability to promote healthy lifestyles in rural settings and with diverse

populations.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge in Developmental Model of Recovery
• Knowledge of Sask Model of Recovery Services and motivational assessment

process

• Ability to accurately assess addiction(s) and make appropriate recovery

plans.

• Ability to provide individual, group and crisis management counselling skills
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills

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.

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.