Mental Health and Wellness Lead

Job Summary

In keeping with directions outlined in the Ontario Comprehensive Mental Health and Addictions Strategy, the Renfrew County Catholic District School Board is seeking a Mental Health Leader to coordinate, align, and implement a School Board Mental Health Strategy. In addition to providing leadership within the Board and community in the area of school mental health, this individual will serve as a liaison with Provincial Mental Health Initiatives and will monitor and share our implementation progress and learning. Moreover, the Mental Health Leader will support district capacity building for mental health services and support in schools, evidence informed practice, and system navigation. The Leader will report to the Superintendent responsible for Mental Health and Wellness.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing social work services and programs, including therapeutic counselling and consultation and capacity building, on a Board-wide...