We are accepting applications!
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Position: School Wellness Mentor MHCB ()
Contract Type: Full-Time; 39.50 hrs/week
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 AM -4:30 PM & Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Summer Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Duration of Position: August 25, 2026 - August 20, 2027
Location: Within Grasslands Public Schools, location to be determined
Application Close Date: Will remain open until the position has been filled
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ABOUT THE POSITION: Grasslands Public Schools is seeking a School Wellness Mentor to join our Mental Health Capacity Building (MHCB) team under a full-time term contract.
Mental Health Capacity Building (MHCB) works to promote mental, emotional, and social well-being, and protect against negative outcomes by bolstering resilience through skill development for children, youth, and families in the communities where they live. The initiative is based on research and best practices that demonstrate that mental and emotional well-being can be developed, nurtured, and supported through promotion and prevention efforts. MHCB programming builds capacity of knowledge and skills and strengthens protective factors in children and youth so they can achieve the best possible health outcomes across their lifespan.
Operating 12 months a year, Mental Health Capacity Building (MHCB) programs deliver evidence-based promotion and prevention strategies directly within schools. MHCB provides practical tools and resources to foster youth mental well-being and social-emotional development. During the summer months, the initiative extends into the broader community deleveloping and attending events and programs to raise awareness, build resilience, and actively reduce mental health stigma.
ABOUT GRASSLANDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Everything we do at Grasslands supports student learning and
achievement and this position requires an applicant who works well under
pressure and in energetic environments while upholding the values of the
division.
Grasslands is a
public school division serving the City of Brooks and surrounding County of
Newell, with a student population of about 3,577. We have three elementary
school locations within the City of Brooks and seven rural locations throughout
the County of Newell in addition to seven colony school locations.
- Our
Vision:
A community of Learners dedicated to student success
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OUR VALUE PROPOSITION TO YOU
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92%
of benefit premiums are paid
for full-time employees including Extended
Health, Dental, Extended Disability, Life, and AD&D coverage.
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Health
Spending Account
(for contracts of at least 5 consecutive months)
- Paid
Sick Leave
of up to 18 days per year.
- Family
Medical Leave
of up to 3 days per year.
- Paid
Personal Leave
of up to 3 per year.
Additional Perks
To learn more about us, please visit:
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Facilitate social emotional learning activities to students.
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Develop and implement classroom Universal Mental Health Programs that are specific to each school’s needs.
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Deliver programming and initiatives through public speaking format.
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Identify and utilize community resources to meet the needs of, or enhance services for, persons served.
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Deliver services that may extend outside of regular operating hours.
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Travel between schools as required to provide services.
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Post-secondary education or relevant training in a health or social sciences field is preferred.
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Proven experience in addiction and mental health services.
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Experience working with diverse and multicultural populations.
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Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children and adults in large and small group settings.
IDEAL CANDIDATE SKILLS & ABILITIES
Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
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Proven cultural, diversity, and inclusion competencies, with the ability to apply these competencies to all aspects of the job.
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Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills.
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Able to deliver programming and initiatives through public speaking.
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Flexible and able to work independently, as a team, and with community agencies.
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Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple demands.
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Communicates respectfully and effectively, maintaining composure and a solution-focused approach in challenging or high-pressure situations.
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Comfortable working in multiple classrooms during the school day.
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Strong computer skills, with the ability to quickly learn new and existing programs related to the job.
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Able to contribute to a classroom environment that supports diversity and inclusion.
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Respects and values all individuals, with sensitivity to diversity.
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Personal integrity and trustworthiness.
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Able to quickly build trust and rapport, and strong relationships with Grasslands students, employees, and our community.
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Conducts oneself in a responsible and respectful manner while working in and around a school environment, in the community, and with third parties, in alignment with division's policies, guidelines, and values
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Enjoys working with students of all ages, and demonstrates patience, empathy, and a student-centred approach.
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Recognizes how the role contributes to the effectiveness of the school, division, and broader community.
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Understands and supports Grasslands Public Schools’ mission, values, and commitment to student success.
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PRE EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
Selected candidates of choice must submit the following as a condition of employment:
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Current Criminal Record Check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)
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Child Intervention Record Check
Original document reported within the last 6 months of hire date; condition of employment
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HOW TO APPLY
Please submit the following by applying directly to this ad :
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A current cover letter and resume
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Contacts for three (3) professional references
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Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
