Child & Family Therapists

Child & Family Therapists

The MLTC Child & Family Services Department is seeking compassionate, dynamic, highly motivated individuals to fill full time, permanent positions of Child & Family Therapists. Under the direction of the CFS Senior Director, the Child & Family Therapists are responsible for the assessment and treatment needs of children and youth suffering from mental health diagnosis and various other complex needs. Services will include intake, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention. Positions are available at both the Main Office in Meadow Lake/Flying Dust and at the Buffalo Narrows Sub Office. This role involves working with a comprehensive team and requires maintaining effective working relationships with children and families, schools, hospitals, physicians, psychiatrists, behavioral interventionists and consultants to coordinate services, resolve conflicts, influence outcomes, provide community consultation and training on emotional and behavioral disturbances.

MLTC CFS offers competitive wage comparison with an “MLTC Premium” top up on salary. We also offer a comprehensive benefit plan including Dental, Extended Health, Sick Leave and a Pension Plan match.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work with three (3) to five (5) plus years’ experience in clinical counselling

Preferred

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counselling
• Five (5) plus years in clinical counselling

Other

• Registration with the appropriate, applicable professional designation will be required.
• Able to write comprehensive assessments and maintain appropriate clinical/ client/ administrative records.
• Sound knowledge on counselling practices; able to maintain strict confidentiality; and able to demonstrate strong ethical judgements.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal/written), assessment skills, interpersonal skills, time-management skills, and organizational skills.
• Required to work flexible hours, which will often include evening and occasional weekend work including supporting the 24 hours on call process.
• Ability to take initiative and work both independently and as a team member.
• Proficient with computers, i.e., Data management software, Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Be familiar with and understand First Nations barriers/issues/culture.
• Willingness to travel and possession of a valid driver’s licence.
• Preference will be given to individuals who speak Cree and/or Dene.

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