Mental Health Coordinator Job Description - Powell River, Canada - Powell River Board of Education

Powell River Board of Education

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Board of Education (School District 47)
4351 Ontario Avenue Powell River, BC V8A 1V3 Canada

SD47 Mental Health Coordinator Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate individual as a Mental Health Coordinator for elementary
schools in Powell River. This position is pivotal in supporting the mental health and well-being of our students, in
role in creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for our students by promoting positive mental
health, trauma informed, and social emotional learning practices.

Responsibilities

Work with schools to foster a positive and inclusive school climate through the promotion of mental health

awareness, education, and stigma reduction initiatives.

Work collaboratively with teachers to support the implementation of evidencebased mental health, social

emotional learning, and trauma informed resources/programs in alignment with BC Mental Health in Schools
Strategy.

Work with educators to strengthen the tools and resources needed to embed mental health and wellbeing

into all classrooms.

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of mental health programs and resources, making recommendations

for improvement as needed.

Collaboratively analyze local data sources with school teams to identify emerging trends and determine

school-based actions.

Job Requirements

A Bachelors' Degree in education or equivalent.
Preference will be given to those who have a Master's in Education (M.A. or M.Ed.) or a related field.
Preference will be given to those who have a minimum of three (3) years of experience providing mental

health support in schools.

A familiarity with the Ministry of Education and Childcare decisionmaking tool: Supporting Educators in

Selecting Mental Health and Substance Use Resources.

Completed the UBC modules: Learn Mental Health and Teach Mental Health.
A strong understanding of mental health and mental health literacy resources and evidencebased programs
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with students and

staff.

Effective time management skills.
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and work collaboratively.
Skill and knowledge of facilitation, positive communication, and creative thinking.
Skills in working with students experiencing significant social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
Excellent human relations, problem solving, as well as oral and written communication skills.
Ability to use computer technology in an administrative and educational setting to manage meetings and all

aspects of work assignments.