Peace Wapiti Public School Division (PWPSD) provides service to approximately 5,900 students in Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12 in 34 schools and is one of the largest employers in the Grande Prairie/Spirit River region.

The Peace Wapiti Public School Division is seeking candidates who enjoy working in a student-focused and collaborative environment. We invite applications for a Full Time Mental Health Capacity Building (MHCB) Success/Wellness Coach (35 Hours/week).

Job Summary:

The MHCB Success/Wellness Coach reports to the MHCB Program Manager and provides addiction and mental health promotion and prevention to children, youth and families. Working as part of a team, this position delivers developmentally appropriate, evidence based programming that meets the objectives of the MHCB initiative. Delivery of programming involves large and small group work in schools and community settings, and focuses on increasing knowledge, building skills and fostering abilities that enable others to better their own mental health and wellness.

This position also works with school staff, parents and community members throughout the Division (who work closely with children and youth) to increase their knowledge, skills and competence related to mental health and illness issues.

The MHCB Success/Wellness Coach also helps to identify and facilitate access for individuals who need referral to specialized addiction and mental health services. The wellness coach is responsible for ensuring all their documentation is in compliance with HIA (Health Information Act) and FOIP and ensures compliance with all relevant AHS policies. They also assist with evaluation activates and survey data collection as required by AHS.

This position requires someone who has been formally educated in the health or social sciences field (such as health promotion and prevention, social work, nursing, early childhood development, public health, psychology) and who is knowledgeable about addiction and mental health services.

Qualifications and Work Experience:

The ideal candidate will have: A related post-secondary degree or diploma in social sciences, or relevant courses and experience

At least 2 years working experience in addiction and mental health or health/human services related role preferred (experience as a practicum student considered)

Knowledge of addiction and mental health

Familiar with developmental, educational, emotional, social and recreational needs of children, youth and families

Experience with delivering programming and comfortable with public speaking

Strong relationship building skills

Effective time management skills

Takes initiative and is able to work independently as well as in teams

Skill and knowledge of facilitation, positive communication and creative thinking

Solid comprehension and practice of personal and professional boundaries

Ability to develop supportive relationships with young people

Creative problem-solving and decision-making skills

Able to advocate for and enable others

Comfortable liaising with community members, school staff, community agencies and health care providers

Has an understanding of the community's economic and cultural environment

Knowledge of the local community and resources available

Capable of maintaining program statistics for purposes of evaluation and assisting in evaluating the effectiveness of programs

Resilience and a commitment to personal development

A valid Driver's License

Experience with a school system (considered an asset)Salary and Hours of Work: Hours of work are Monday - Friday, 7 hours/day or 35 hours/week. These are year-round positions with scheduled time off during the Christmas/Winter break and Spring Break. The annual salary is $54,923.08.

Applications should include: Completed ApplytoEducation profile

Cover letter

Detailed resume

Three references with current contact informationA current Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Check), dated within the last six months, is a condition of employment.

Eligible employees may qualify for a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your work and family life; including Life Insurance, Extended Disability Benefit, Dental Care, Extended Health Care, and Vision Benefits.

We appreciate and thank you for your application; however, we contact only those candidates who are selected for an interview. PWPSD reserves the right to check references prior to the scheduling of interviews. All questions about this opportunity should be addressed to Kellie Lewis, Director of Human Resources and Labour Relations at kellielewis@pwpsd.ca or by phone at (780) 831-3077.

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