Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO) Mental Health and Substance Use Clinicia at Sagamok Anishnawbek

, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mental Health Interventions, Substance Use Treatment, Counseling, Psychoeducation, Clinical Assessment, Case Management, Crisis Assessment, Group Therapy, Cultural Safety, Harm Reduction, Youth-Centered Care, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Leadership, Flexibility

Industry

Government Administration

Description

The Mental Health and Substance Use Clinician will work as a member of a diverse interdisciplinary team to support youth experiencing mental health and substance use challenges, as well as additional needs relating to their overall health and wellbeing. The Mental Health and Substance Use Clinician will be responsible for providing youth with mental health and substance use treatment within the Sagamok Anishnawbek Hub. This includes conducting screening, assessments, individual and group treatment and case management support. The Clinician will work in collaboration with youth, family members and other service providers to identify a youth’s needs and goals, develop a session and/or treatment plan and provide services to youth as part of an integrated system of care. Provide 1:1 and group mental health/substance use interventions. Provide high quality mental health/substance use interventions that are: Evidence-based (e.g., solution focused brief therapy, motivational enhancement therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy) or evidence-generating Reflective of the diverse needs of clients and their families Youth-centered and developmentally appropriate Based on an integrated continuum of care model Modeled from a harm reduction and culturally responsive approach, including a wholistic care for youth In collaboration with youth, support the use of YWHO standardized measures, practicing measurement-based care to provide mental health and substance use services, monitor progress, and improve youth outcomes Provide access to services both in person, remotely (off site) or virtually (online, phone) as needed. Plan and facilitate outreach activities with youth Participate in program planning, implementation and evaluations Actively engage with youth to co-design programs and respond to youth needs Operate as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide support to youth and collaborate with hub staff and a network of community partners Provide referrals/make linkages to appropriate services/support when not available through the hub or through network partners Create a welcoming culturally safe space/environment Support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable and regulatory requirements Demonstrate a commitment to accountability: critical thinking, reflective practice and continuous learning Knowledge of approaches that promote health equity, including anti-oppressive and anti-racist practice, 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion, community engagement, cultural safety, trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and human rights and accessibility frameworks. Provide services and support to youth and their families in a way that is consistent with the values of the YWHO Model. A Bachelors/Masters degree in the field of social work, counselling, psychology or a related health or social service discipline is required. Registration and in good standing with a relevant professional college/registering body (College of Social Work and Social Service Workers, College of Psychotherapists and College of Nursing). Minimum 1 year experience working with youth and transitional aged youth experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. Strong skills in counselling, psychoeducation, clinical assessment, case management, and treatment are essential. Formal training and demonstrated knowledge in evidence-based (e.g., solution focused brief therapy, motivational enhancement therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy) or evidence generating treatment models. Understanding of the various services systems, community supports and resources within Sagamok Anishnawbek. Experience providing therapeutic or psychoeducational groups. Experience in crisis and risk assessment. Experience working with families and caregivers an asset. Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) Experience in supporting safe and meaningful participation and being open to diverse ways of thinking about, understanding and articulating issues related to mental health and substance use is a requirement. Superior interpersonal, collaboration, facilitation, and negotiation skills Strong problem-solving abilities Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and in a multi-disciplinary team environment Willingness to participate in ongoing cultural learning and traditional teachings Effective leadership, decision-making, and problem solving skills are required. Your skills will include the ability to be flexible, self-reflective and supportive. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations, Métis, Inuit, Black, and other racialized people who are reflective of intersectional experiences (i.e., 2SLGBTQ+, neurodevelopmental differences, living with a disability, etc.). Bilingualism (English/French) and/or proficiency in a second language is an asset Qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter, resumé, credentials, and three work related References (email addresses) through the Online BambooHR process. By: Until Filled https://sagamokanishnawbek.bamboohr.com/careers/202 We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Responsibilities

The Mental Health and Substance Use Clinician will provide mental health and substance use treatment to youth, including screening, assessments, and case management support. They will collaborate with youth, families, and service providers to develop treatment plans and deliver services as part of an integrated care model.