Description
Location
STAR Catholic Schools
Drayton Valley, Alberta
Serving Holy Trinity Academy and St. Anthony School
Position Type
Temporary or Continuing
Full-time or Part-time (FTE to be determined based on candidate and system needs)
Position Summary
STAR Catholic Schools is seeking a qualified Mental Health Professional (MHP) to support student well-being within the Integrated School Support Program (ISSP). The successful candidate will work collaboratively with school administrators, teachers, families, and external partners to support students experiencing social, emotional, behavioural, and mental health challenges that impact learning and school engagement.
This role emphasizes assessment, consultation, capacity-building, and coordinated intervention, rather than long-term therapy, and operates within a school-based, faith-informed, multidisciplinary model of care.
Key Responsibilities
The Mental Health Professional will:
- Provide psychological and mental health consultation to school teams regarding students with identified or emerging needs.
- Support screening, assessment, and intervention planning related to social-emotional, behavioural, and mental health concerns.
- Deliver short-term, targeted student support within the scope of practice and in alignment with STAR guidelines.
- Assist in the development and implementation of individualized support plans, including behaviour and wellness plans.
- Support crisis response and safety planning in collaboration with school leadership and divisional teams.
- Collaborate with families to support care coordination, communication, and connection to appropriate community services.
- Provide professional learning and coaching for school staff related to mental health, trauma-informed practices, and inclusive supports.
- Contribute to capacity-building strategies that strengthen school-wide mental health and well-being.
- Maintain appropriate documentation, reporting, and data collection as required by Alberta Education and divisional processes.
- Work collaboratively within a Catholic school environment, supporting the mission and values of STAR Catholic Schools.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must hold one of the following Alberta-recognized credentials and be in good standing with the appropriate regulatory body:
- Registered Psychologist (CAP)
- Clinical Psychologist
- Occupational Therapist (with mental health experience)
- Psychiatric Nurse (RN or RPN with mental health specialization)
- Registered Social Worker (RSW)
- Registered or Licensed Counsellor eligible to practice in Alberta
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- Experience working with children and adolescents in school or community settings.
- Knowledge of mental health conditions, trauma-informed practice, and inclusive education.
- Experience with consultation-based service delivery in multidisciplinary teams.
- Familiarity with Alberta Education frameworks, ISSP, or school-based mental health models.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work flexibly across two school sites within the Drayton Valley community.
- Alignment with and respect for the Catholic faith context of STAR Catholic Schools.
Working Conditions
- Position is based in Drayton Valley, serving Holy Trinity Academy and St. Anthony School.
- Schedule and FTE will be determined based on system needs and the successful candidate's availability.
- Travel between schools may be required.
Why STAR Catholic Schools
STAR Catholic Schools is committed to nurturing the whole child-mind, body, and spirit. We value collaborative practice, professional integrity, and compassionate service rooted in Gospel values. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit community while working within a supportive, multidisciplinary team.
