We're a not-for-profit mental health centre based in Calgary, with locations across Alberta. Our mission is to build good mental health and well-being so everyone can thrive in their community.

Wood's Homes is looking for one (1) full-time Team Leader for our Community Group Care Programs.

The Team Leader is responsible for addressing after-hours on-call crises from Friday to Monday. This non-unionized position reporting to the program manager.

These programs provide 24/7 treatment for clients experiencing significant challenges including but not limited to:

• Deficits in daily functioning, school performance issues, chronic mental health concerns, and behaviour concerns.
• High-risk behaviours such as self-harming, suicidal ideations and gestures, verbally and physically aggressive behaviours
• Substance use and addiction concerns

RESPONSIBILITIES(Include but are not limited to):

• Supervising front-line staff including:
• monitoring and authorizing staff hours,
• maintaining accurate and updated schedules
• editing case management documentation
• Answering crisis phone calls and staff sick calls
• Ensuring programs are kept in excellent physical condition and that program structure/integrity is maintained.
• Conducting clinical and administrative supervisions
• Evaluation of job performance – probationary and annual performance evaluations.
• Executes other responsibilities as required and assigned by the Program Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

• Degree in Social or Human Sciences is required.
• Minimum of four (4) years’ experience working with young people and families.
• Experience managing various crisis situations and ability to appropriately assess and respond to risk.
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of child development and how to implement interventions.
• Demonstration of understanding of Trauma Informed Care and implementation strategies for younger children, and their families
• Enthusiasm for providing treatment in context of a family system.
• Working knowledge of Children’s Services and Alberta Health Services
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills.
• Current certification in: CPR/Standard First Aid
• Must have own transportation and valid class 5 driver’s license.

Personal suitability is important.

Why choose us. We are committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We empower and are advocates for our employees by welcoming, respecting and valuing their unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. At Wood’s Homes we embrace each other’s differences and strive to learn and grow from them. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those moving forward in the selection process will be contacted.