OSSTF - Temporary Mental Health Worker

YORK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Invites applications for the position of:

MENTAL HEALTH WORKER

OSSTF PSSP 6 - $51.17 - $70.96 per hour (plus vacation pay)

One (1) Temporary Full Time Position (Effective November 2025 - November 2026)

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Mental Health Lead, the Mental Health Worker will provide direct mental health support services (individual and group) to students and provide professional learning to educators, school staff and school communities that align with the Mental Health Strategy of the Board.

Major Responsibilities:

• Collaborate and consult with teachers/school personnel /administrators with respect to supporting students experiencing emotional and/or mental health issues.

• Provide psycho-educational workshops on issues around mental health and wellbeing

• Conduct assessments of elementary students who present with mental health issues, to determine the level of support required and/or appropriate interventions strategies.

• Provide short term interventions (individual and group) to students who present with mental health needs e.g. brief structured psychotherapy programs.

• Provide a pathway to and from community mental health treatment centres, to ensure a smooth transition for students, who require more intensive therapeutic interventions.

• Collaborate with various stakeholders to develop an integrated system of care to facilitate accessing mental health services for those students who need to receive services in the community.

• Build capacity of educators so that they have a better understanding of mental health issues so that they feel better supported in aiding their students’ learning.

• Support Board policies, processes, and service delivery related to mental health programs and interventions that align with Ministry initiatives.

• Assist with Board-wide crises related to risks of self-harm.

• Maintain tracking of services offered to students to address addiction, mental health or emotional needs.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Master of Social Work or Master/PhD in Psychology (preference given to applicants able to perform the controlled act of psychotherapy)
• Member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers OR College of Psychologists of Ontario OR College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
• 4+ years of clinical experience in children's mental health
• Preference given to applicants with experience working with school aged children and their families
• Strong interpersonal and relationship skills
• Excellent communications and presentation skills

Interested applicants may apply until the close of business on July 31, 2025.

Thank you for your application.

We appreciate your interest in the York Catholic District School Board, however, only applicants selected to continue to the interview process will be contacted by Human Resources.

Commitment to Equity

YCDSB is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering equity and promoting an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are dedicated to building an environment that supports and values the inherent worth of every person in the workforce.

This includes, but is not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, Black individuals, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, women, historically underrepresented groups, and people with visible and non-visible disabilities, all of whom bring a wide range of perspectives, lived experiences, and ideas that enhance our learning and working environment.

Accessibility

The Board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), if you require code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact human.resource.dept@ycdsb.ca prior to the posting closing date so that the appropriate arrangements can be made.

Diversity and Inclusion

Aligned with the YCDSB’s commitment to fostering an inclusive workforce, we encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the communities we serve, including but not limited to those who identify as members of equity-seeking groups protected under the Ontario Human Rights Code. Sharing this information is voluntary, and any details provided will be kept confidential.

Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC)

As a condition of employment with the York Catholic District School Board, successful candidates will be required to submit an Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC) through Sterling Backcheck prior to commencing employment with the Board (valid if issued within the last 12 months).

Catholic Education Centre

320 Bloomington Road West, Aurora, Ontario L4G 0M1 - (905) 713-1211

John De Faveri

Director of Education, Foundation Chair and Treasurer of the Board