The MISSISSAUGAS OF THE CREDIT FIRST NATION is accepting applications for the short-term contract position of Children’s Mental Health Worker
Closing Date:
The position will remain open until a successful candidate is hired.
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Supervisor of Mental Health, the Children’s Mental Health Worker is responsible for providing support to the community by identifying individuals who are in a high-risk situation or expressing early signs and symptoms. They are also responsible for providing individual/group counselling and service planning for children/youth, 6 to 18 years of age, as well as assisting with the general unit administration.
Education and Experience
- University degree in Social Work plus 2 years of counselling experience with children and youth
- Or a university degree in Psychology, or related Counselling degree with 5 years counselling experience working with children and youth
- Or a college diploma in Social Services Worker and 5 years of counselling experience
- A member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, or College of Psychotherapists
Knowledge
- Be knowledgeable about Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation’s culture and social structure
- Be familiar with traditional Indigenous approaches to healing
- Have extensive knowledge of therapeutic intervention and of the range of evidence-based treatment modalities that are employed in prevention
- Working knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act
- Solid background in computers with specific knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Skills/Abilities
- To work cooperatively with other staff and management
- Relate effectively to community members
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Other Requirements
- Class “G” Drivers licence
- Must have a satisfactory result from a Criminal Record Check including a vulnerable sector check.
- Certification in First Aid and CPR or willingness to obtain by the end of the probationary period
- Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends
- Must have a Safe Food Handler’s Certificate or be willing to obtain one
Assets
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act
- SAFE talk and ASIST training
Please submit your cover letter, resume, proof of educational qualifications, and three current references to:
The Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
Attention: Personnel Committee
2789 Mississauga Road
Hagersville, ON
N0A 1H0
Applications will also be accepted by fax at 905-768-1225 or via email listed below.
A detailed job description is available at the MCFN Admin Building or by email at
Preference will be given to Indigenous applicant. Self-identification is encouraged.
Miigwech to all who apply, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.