Behavioural Specialist CHI/PAL
- Recovery Alberta: Y
- Classification: Behavioural Specialist CHI/PAL
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: Child, Youth, Family and Prevention Services / PAS Program
- Primary Location: Medicine Hat Addiction and MHS
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 25-OCT-2024
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- Date Available: 12-NOV-2024
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $38.56
- Maximum Salary: $51.27
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Bachelor¿s degree in psychology or related field, combined education and experience will be considered. Minimum of two years' experience in a Mental Health setting. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS - HCP). Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification. Possession of a valid driver's licence and access to a motor vehicle in good repair for work-related travel.
Additional Required Qualifications:5 years’ experience working concurrently with individuals and families with mental health and addiction through a case management model. Additional experience working with individuals who have addictions, brain injury and/or developmental disabilities / concerns with accompanying behavioural issues. Experience with systemic client-centered care, trauma-informed care, harm reduction, foundational understanding of systems and psychosocial rehabilitation principles. Strong communication, therapeutic relationship, and interpersonal skills in order to navigate and work within multiple systems with diverse needs and resources. Effective computer and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Child, Youth & Family Enhancement Act, AHS/RA Policies & Procedures and other relevant legislation is an asset. Experience with applied behaviour management strategies (positive approaches), Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, etc.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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