Mental Health Consultant, OSAT

Role summary

Mental Health Consultant, OSAT is a temporary role at Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network in Calgary, Alberta, Canada (on-site). Posted 2026-10-16. Experience level: 2-5.

Job title

Mental Health Consultant, OSAT

Company

Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network

Location

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

temporary

Category

Healthcare Support

Experience level

2-5

Date posted

2026-10-16

Job description

Employment Types:

0.80 FTE (32 hours per week), Temporary until March 2027 – One-Step-at-a-Time (OSAT)

Work Schedule: Weekdays - Dayshift

Summary of Position

Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network (PCN) is a group of family physicians and health care professionals in northwest Calgary and Cochrane collaborating with various external stakeholders to deliver the best possible primary care. The PCN has established a team environment where individuals are encouraged to take initiative, be creative and contribute to ongoing decision-making.

We are currently recruiting for two Mental Health Consultant opportunities within our organization. Reporting to the Program Manager, successful candidates will provide patient-centered mental health services as part of interdisciplinary primary care teams.

One-Step-at-a-Time (OSAT)

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Mental Health Consultant will support the One-Step-at-a-Time (OSAT) Counselling Service. The OSAT program provides no fee, single-session counselling to people 18 years and older, couples and families. This service provides support for people experiencing varying degrees of mental health challenges, emotional distress, difficult circumstances and intense interpersonal conflicts. It is patient focused and patient lead. Clinicians bring a broad spectrum of theoretical approaches, skills sets and knowledge to best assist the patient in their treatment journey.

Coordinated Attachment

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Mental Health Consultant collaborates with the team and provides mental health supports for the patients attached to this clinic. The PCN’s Coordinated Attachment clinic supports patients who have complex health or social needs and who may have difficulty connecting with a traditional medical clinic. This team provides wrap around primary care services and works in a collaborative environment. Practitioners on this team include physicians, a nurse practitioner, a registered nurse, a licensed practical nurse, a social worker and a mental health clinician.

Key Responsibilities

Key aspects of the position may include, but are not limited to:

Providing one-on-one and/or group appointments

Working with patients on self-management by providing coaching and education to help advance their skills, knowledge and self-efficacy in adopting healthy lifestyle behaviours that are meaningful to them

Evaluating crisis situations and apply appropriate interventions

Providing single-session counselling appointments to individuals, couples and families

Collaborating with other team members to help patients navigate the health care system Connecting patients to applicable PCN, community and health system resources, including specialized or longer-term mental health services

Promoting continuity of patient care through effective written and verbal communication with the Patient’s Medical Home, Electronic Medical Record, and those involved in the circle of care

Participating in the development, delivery, evaluation and quality improvement of PCN programs

Collecting and maintaining data for service indicators, progress reports and evaluations

Adhering to and performing activities and care within the full scope of practice as defined under the Health Professions Act

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Prefer experience with the following therapy models: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Single Session model

Experience in dealing with health care issues, behavioural medicine and evidenced-based treatments for medical and mental health conditions an asset

Ability to work well in a team setting and independently

Experience with trauma informed care

Group facilitation skills

Excellent communication (written and verbal), organization and critical thinking skills

Strong skills in collaborating with team members and physicians

Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a very dynamic work environment

Strong awareness of health care and community resources

Good computer skills are required

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings/weekends, when required

Accepts, implements and evaluates change with a positive attitude

Qualifications

Minimum education of master’s degree and active registration in one of the following professions:

Social worker with authorization, or eligible experience for authorization, to perform restricted psychosocial interventions

Psychologist with clinical/counselling specialty or equivalent education/experience

Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle

Employment Requirements:

Completion of a satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search

Diversity & Inclusion

Our PCN strongly believes in sustaining an inclusive, respectful and equitable working environment that represents the communities we serve. We are committed to a merit-based selection process that ensures all candidates are considered. We invite people of all ethnic backgrounds, ancestry, religious beliefs, sex, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientation, ages, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics and disabilities to apply for positions within our PCN.

Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation

As part of our ongoing commitment to advancing reconciliation and supporting Indigenous communities, we actively uphold Call to Action 23 of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. We are dedicated to increasing the recruitment and retention of Indigenous professionals across all levels of our organization, particularly in health and wellness roles and encourage individuals of Indigenous ancestry to apply.

If your background matches the qualifications listed above and are looking for an opportunity with a dynamic organization that is making a difference in the community, please submit your resume and