Health Educator Senior at Saskatchewan… · Saskatoon

Under the direction of the Manager, the Health Educator Senior is accountable for providing the following education and training services for MHAS: Education and training coordination and research; program development, training program implementation and delivery; mental health and addiction consultations; public presentations in addition to brief counseling and liaison activities. The incumbent will ensure that the services provided are: consistent with current evidence based practice and practice based evidence in the areas of mental health and addictions, education and training and Saskatchewan Health Authority philosophy, objectives and standards.

Position #: 198252

Expected Start Date: August 24, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: MHAS Community Recovery Adult Services

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Mental Health Home Health

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: August 24, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Health Educator - Senior $39.44 to $48.226

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Under the direction of the Manager, the Health Educator Senior is accountable for providing the following education and training services for MHAS: Education and training coordination and research; program development, training program implementation and delivery; mental health and addiction consultations; public presentations in addition to brief counseling and liaison activities. The incumbent will ensure that the services provided are: consistent with current evidence based practice and practice based evidence in the areas of mental health and addictions, education and training and Saskatchewan Health Authority philosophy, objectives and standards.

The incumbent will also be responsible for delivering material updates and refresher training to basic trainers of the Partners for Change Outcome Management System (PCOMS) within community Mental Health and Addiction Services throughout the Saskatchewan Health Authority. The incumbent will also provide clinical support, and consultation on PCOMS provincially. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience:

• Two years' experience in the use of PCOMS system
• Training and experience in providing clinical support, consultation & training to other mental health professionals using PCOMS

Education: Degree in Human Services

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of current Clinical Mental Health and Addiction Services Models.
• Demonstrated competence in both PCOMS clinical and administrative staff supervision
• Experience providing adult clinical training.
• Sound knowledge of evidence based research.
• Sound knowledge of the education system, and integrated human service delivery systems.
• Individual, family and group workshop presentation and counseling experience.
• Ability to be self-directed, creative, collaborative, and demonstrate leadership within a multidisciplinary team.
• Effective communication skills conducive to public presentations and program development/delivery.
• Knowledge of research methodology and intermediate computer skills,
• Ability to work with individuals and groups with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Other Information

• Registered/eligible for registration with the appropriate licensing body
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/

About the Team

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

About the Company

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.