Therapy Support Navigator
Edmonton, AB, Canada
Temporary
First Nation, Métis and Inuit Mental Health Services
Experienced
A Rewarding Career at CASA Mental Health
Are you passionate about creating hope for children, youth and families? At CASA Mental Health, every role contributes to our mission of building resilience and advocating for the children and families we serve. Guided by our vision of a community where all children and youth are empowered to thrive, we deliver holistic, evidence-informed and compassionate care across Alberta.
About the First Nation, Métis and Inuit Mental Health Services (FNMI) Program
You will provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive, holistic mental health care to Indigenous children, adolescents and their families from partner First Nation and Métis communities. Families can access mental health services right within their rural community or at any CASA Mental Health location.
Job Details
Salary/Wage range: $33.92 to $41.70 per hour
Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day
Primary location: Hybrid/Multi-site, CASA Fort Road
Union: In-scope
Classification: Therapy Support Navigator
FTE: 1.0
Status: Temporary until October 2026
About the Role
The Therapy Support Navigator provides high-quality, accessible, trauma-informed and culturally responsive mental health services to Indigenous children, adolescents and families. These families reside in or are members of CASA’s partner communities of Alexander, Alexis Nakoda Sioux, Enoch Cree and Paul nations. The Therapy Support Navigator supports patients and their families throughout their mental health care journey.
The Therapy Support Navigator will:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Qualifications and Experience
Conditions of Employment
Your Well-Being Matters
At CASA, we know a career in mental health is more than just a job, it’s a calling. That’s why we take care of the people who make that care possible. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for growth, and the support you need to rest, recharge and continue making a difference.
What We Offer:
Your success matters to us. If there is anything we can do to make the application or interview process more accessible for you, please let us know at [email protected]
Closing Date: Open until filled
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials 26-046.
Are you passionate about creating hope for children, youth and families? At CASA Mental Health, every role contributes to our mission of building resilience and advocating for the children and families we serve. Guided by our vision of a community where all children and youth are empowered to thrive, we deliver holistic, evidence-informed and compassionate care across Alberta.
About the First Nation, Métis and Inuit Mental Health Services (FNMI) Program
You will provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive, holistic mental health care to Indigenous children, adolescents and their families from partner First Nation and Métis communities. Families can access mental health services right within their rural community or at any CASA Mental Health location.
Job Details
Salary/Wage range: $33.92 to $41.70 per hour
Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day
Primary location: Hybrid/Multi-site, CASA Fort Road
Union: In-scope
Classification: Therapy Support Navigator
FTE: 1.0
Status: Temporary until October 2026
About the Role
The Therapy Support Navigator provides high-quality, accessible, trauma-informed and culturally responsive mental health services to Indigenous children, adolescents and families. These families reside in or are members of CASA’s partner communities of Alexander, Alexis Nakoda Sioux, Enoch Cree and Paul nations. The Therapy Support Navigator supports patients and their families throughout their mental health care journey.
The Therapy Support Navigator will:
- Provide direct consultation with families to assess individual needs.
- Assist with internal and external program referrals and applications.
- Complete initial intakes with patients and their caregivers.
- Provide direct mental health and cultural support to children, adolescents and their caregivers.
- Work closely with CASA Mental Health Therapists to incorporate traditional Indigenous wellness practices into treatment.
- Provide service navigation, resources and transitional support to patients and their families.
- Work as part of the interdisciplinary team, supporting case management and the development and implementation of holistic patient care plans.
- Work to develop collaborative relationships with community service providers, Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
- Facilitate psychoeducational parent groups and mental health groups.
- Take part in community or home visits on a case-by-case basis.
- Support Indigenous-informed serviced delivery by implementing culturally-integrated practice that includes Indigenous ways of knowing, healing, ceremony, culture and spirituality
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of Indigenous culture, spirituality, traditional teachings, ceremony and their application to holistic approaches to mental wellness practice.
- Proficient knowledge of Indigenous historical accounts, systemic barriers, intergenerational trauma and the impacts of colonization.
- Knowledge and proficiency in an Indigenous language is an asset.
- Experience working in school-based services an asset.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, child and youth care, education, psychology or related field.
- Minimum of two years of practical experience in children’s mental health care.
Conditions of Employment
- A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
- Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) as well as physical ability to perform all interventions.
- This is a hybrid position; applicants must have access to a confidential workspace when working remotely.
- Regular travel to and from various communities is required. Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
Your Well-Being Matters
At CASA, we know a career in mental health is more than just a job, it’s a calling. That’s why we take care of the people who make that care possible. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for growth, and the support you need to rest, recharge and continue making a difference.
What We Offer:
- Employer-paid health and dental benefits, including $750 per paramedical practitioner and $2,000 annually in mental health services.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a range of employee discounts.
- Ongoing learning and growth opportunities including annual training events such as Indigenous Knowledges Day.
- Recognition and community-building through employee appreciation events, team celebrations and opportunities to connect across CASA locations.
Your success matters to us. If there is anything we can do to make the application or interview process more accessible for you, please let us know at [email protected]
Closing Date: Open until filled
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials 26-046.
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