Position: RRNST Mental Health Champion (10 month)
Hours of Work: Full-Time (1.0 FTE) at 35 hours per week, 10 months of the year
Location: KPDSB Board Catchement Area
Rate of Pay: $63,099 - 76,697.60
Union Affiliation: Non Union
Start Date: August 31, 2026
GROW YOUR CAREER WITH KPDSB
As one of the area's largest employers, Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) is situated in beautiful Northwestern Ontario. KPDSB serves the educational needs of approximately 5,000 students within 17 elementary and 6 secondary schools in the communities of Kenora, Sioux Narrows, Vermilion Bay, Ear Falls, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, Pickle Lake, Savant Lake, and Upsala.
Come to KPDSB to experience the refreshing lakes, sandy beaches, breathtaking northern lights, and the welcoming tight-knit communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated to providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.
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POSITION SUMMARY
This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated individual to work with the Rapid Response Northern School Team (RRNST) to support First Nations youth in grades K-12. The RRNST is mobilized rapidly to respond to urgent and non-urgent requests from local and remote First Nation community schools to deliver programs and support during or following community crisis. This non-direct service position provides a blend of mentorship, academic support, and mental health and wellness support. The Team Member acts as a mentor, connector, advisor, and advocate for students. The role includes individual and group intervention, mental health promotion, crisis intervention, and attendance support to improve the overall social and emotional well-being of school staff and students.
QUALIFICATIONS
College diploma in counselling, mental health, or community services required; university degree in a related field preferred. Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers or Social Service Workers preferred. Minimum 1 year experience in counselling or mental health; experience with children and youth preferred. Training in trauma, restorative practices, and/or ASIST (or willingness to obtain). Valid driver’s license and ability to travel. This position will require a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) at the employee’s expense
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
Please include three (3) professional references, one of whom must be a recent supervisor and permission to contact. These can be uploaded directly into your ATE application/portfolio Attention Samantha Hager, Human Resources Officer. The Board thanks all applicants for indicating their interest in this position, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted.
KPDSB is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to: First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities
Confidential Information provided by applicants will be used for the purposes of this competition only and will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to advise Human Resources throughout any stage of the recruitment process.
