The Peace River School Division, in conjunction with Holy Family Catholic Regional Division, is seeking applications for a Full-Time (1.00 f.t.e.) Project PEACE Success Coach . This position will commence on August 26, 2026. Position is a shared position and will be base out of E.E. Oliver Elementary School and Saint Thomas Moore School and located in Fairview, Alberta.
Job Summary:
The MHCB Success Coach provides addiction and mental health promotion and prevention to children, youth and families. Working as part of a team, this position develops and delivers developmentally appropriate, evidence based programming that meets the objectives of the MHCB initiative. Delivery of programming involves large and small group work in schools and community settings, and focuses on increasing knowledge, building skills and fostering abilities that enable others to better their own mental health and wellness.
This position also works with school staff, parents and community members (who work closely with children and youth) to increase their knowledge, skills and competence related to mental health and illness issues.
Success Coaches work as part of a team to recognize, understand and adapt to the changing needs of their community related to mental health and wellness. They build and maintain strong relationships with children, youth and families, and act as “go to” mental health subject matter experts for students, staff, parents and community partners.
The MHCB Success Coach also helps to identify and facilitate access for individuals who need referral to specialized addiction and mental health services. The success coach is responsible for ensuring all their documentation is in compliance with HIA (Health information Act) and FOIPP and ensures compliance with all relevant AHS policies. They also assist with evaluation activities and survey data collection as required by AHS.
This position requires someone who has been formally educated in the health or social sciences field (such as health promotion & prevention, social work, nursing, early childhood development, public health, psychology) and who is knowledgeable about addiction and mental health services.
Qualifications & Work Experience (The ideal candidate will have:)
- A related post-secondary degree or diploma in social sciences, or relevant courses and experience
- At least 2 years working experience in addiction and mental health or health/human services related role preferred (experience as a practicum student considered)
- Knowledge of addiction and mental health is required
- Familiar with the developmental, educational, emotional, social and recreational needs of children, youth and families
- Experience with delivering programming and comfortable with public speaking
- Strong relationship building skills
- Effective time management skills
- Takes initiative and is able to work independently as well as in teams
- Skill and knowledge of facilitation, positive communication and creative thinking
- Solid comprehension and practice of personal and professional boundaries
- Ability to develop supportive relationships with young people
- Able to advocate for and enable others
- Creative problem‐solving and decision‐making skills
- Comfortable liaising with community members, school staff, community agencies and health care providers
- Community collaboration/networking skills
- Has an understanding of the community’s economic, cultural and political environment
- Knowledge of the local community and resources available
- Capable of maintaining program statistics for purposes of evaluation and assisting in evaluating the effectiveness of programs
- Resilience and a commitment to personal development
- Skilled in Microsoft Office programs and working knowledge of social media.
- All employees must provide a criminal record check
- All professions must provide proof of licensure or registration with the approved Alberta regulatory college, prior to commencing duties where applicable:
- Regulated health professions under the Alberta Health Professions Act and Health Disciplines Act will be required to show an original copy of a valid practice permit before commencing their duties.
- Other professions governed by government acts, college or regulatory body requirements may be required to provide additional documentation.
Requirements:
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Provide a current Vulnerable Sector Check, dated within six (6) months of application.
This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is secured. The Peace River School Division thanks you for your interest in working with our division - only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Learning Together - Success for All
For instructions on how to apply, visit our Careers page. If you require assistance with the application process, please contact ApplyToEducation at 1-877-900-5625 or email [email protected] or send cover letter, resume, three work related references and supporting documents to:
Sandra Mackenzie, Program Manager
P.O. Box 380, Grimshaw, AB T0H 1W0
ph: (780) 624-3601 email: [email protected]
If emailing, please send attachments in PDF format and indicate the position you are applying for in the e-mail subject line.
Rate of pay is dependent of years of education along with years of relatable experience. It will range from $25.16 per hour to 37.22 per hour.
Benefits: The following benefits are available to teaching staff when they commence a teaching position under contract and are working at a 0.50 FTE or greater.
- Income Replacement Benefits
- Extended Health Care
- Vision & Dental Care
- Health & Wellness Spending Account
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Pension
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Paid time off
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RRSP's
Building an Equitable and Inclusive Workplace
Peace River School Division is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. We know that we all share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community. This commitment is specifically demonstrated through our dedication to anti-racism and our ongoing work toward Truth and Reconciliation. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to participate in that shared responsibility.
We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically underrepresented groups including but not limited to women, Indigenous people and other members of a visible minority group, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression. We recognize that many of these identities intersect and that equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in our community. We commit to identifying and actively removing systemic barriers to ensure a respectful, safe, and welcoming environment free from discrimination, including racism.
