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Mental Health Therapist
Edmonton Public Schools
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Edmonton, AB
$49.20–$62.88 an hour
Full-time
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$49.20–$62.88 an hour
Full-time
Edmonton, AB

Full job description

About Edmonton Public Schools


We are the second largest school division in Alberta, serving students, families and communities throughout Edmonton. At Edmonton Public Schools, we provide a range of programs, learning spaces and supports that enhance pathways for student success.

Our Division is committed to diversity and inclusivity; we are listening, we are learning, and we are committed.

Edmonton Public Schools aspires to be a learning community where every individual belongs, is included and experiences success. We strive to empower staff to reach their goals in a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that values their lived experiences. We are seeking individuals like you, who reflect the students and families we serve.

Together, we are stronger.


Status


FTE: 1.000


Position Summary


Working as part of the Mental Health Team, the successful candidate will support schools in navigating pathways to, through and from tertiary care or services. The Mental Health Therapist will provide intensive short-term services for students who have complex mental health issues, provide students with individual and/or group counselling sessions and support schools and families to access community based resources.


Job Duties/Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with schools to determine the most appropriate mental health programming for students identified as having mental health needs.
  • Take a lead role in the development of treatment programs for students transitioning out of tertiary care services.
  • Assist schools to navigate tertiary care services for students.
  • Support school staff with accommodating school environments to support students and their treatment needs.
  • Support families experiencing mental health issues by attending appointments, liaising with service providers and providing information and recommendations.
  • Provide crisis counselling to staff and students when crisis incidents affect health, safety and well-being of the school community including Hospital School Campuses.
  • Design and deliver student-focused professional learning sessions for schools.
  • Provide intensive, short-term individual and group counseling for students with complex mental health issues.
  • Write, implement, and update mental health treatment plans specific to each student's neurodevelopmental difficulties.
  • Facilitate treatment plans in the home and coordinating care with community and health partners.
  • Complete comprehensive risk assessments and collaborate as a member of the Critical Incident Support Services Team.

Education/Qualifications
  • undergraduate degree in a related program, preferably Psychiatric Nursing
  • a minimum of three years related experience including knowledge and experience with students who have complex mental health issues
  • excellent communication, collaboration and problem solving skills
  • strong relationship building skills

Rate of Pay


$49.20 - $62.88 per hour


Closing


FOUR (4) POSITIONS AVAILABLE

THESE POSITIONS ARE TERM-DEFINITE TO JUNE 29, 2027

Contact: Danette Andersen, Principal • Hospital School Campuses

Closing date for this competition is October 22, 2026.

Please Note:
Only those applicants being considered will be contacted.

This is a unionized position represented by CUPE Local 3550. Upon ratification of the collective agreement between CUPE Local 3550 (Specialized Learning Supports Employees) and the EPSB Board of Trustees, this position will be included. Until ratification, the terms and conditions of employment for exempt staff will apply, which can be viewed at www.epsb.ca/ourdistrict/careers/exempt/#HP1

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