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ADVANCED CORRECTIONAL HEALTHCARE

$50/hr

Maintain and demonstrate working knowledge of social and behavioral sciences, particularly as ... Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; hands-on training * Excellent documentation skills

Heart of the Valley YMCA

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to ... Model positive behavior, encouragement, and respectful communication * Build relationships with ...

Prairie Valley School Division

Spare Bus Driver

Regina, SK · On-site

CA$58.63/day

... of desired behaviour * Demostrated patience, maturity and experience working with children ... Prairie Valley School Division supports the principles of a representative workforce and welcomes ...

ABBOTT HOUSE

... professional support in treatment team meetings concerning mental health issues and behavior ... Strong interest in working with children and families of diverse cultural backgrounds. * Strong ...

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF GREATER NORTHWEST INDIANA INC

$15.50/hr

Develop and lead activities focused on education, homework support, arts & crafts, and physical ... Address unacceptable behavior in a manner that maintains and enhances self-esteem, ensuring ...

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What is the difference between Behaviour Support Worker vs Support Worker?

AspectBehaviour Support WorkerSupport Worker
Required credentialsCertifications in behaviour management, disability support, or psychologyGeneral support certifications, often including disability or aged care
Work environmentSpecialized settings with individuals with behavioural challengesVaried settings including community, residential, or aged care
Employer & industry usageHealth, disability, and mental health sectorsCommunity services, aged care, disability support
Common search intentUnderstanding roles involving behaviour managementGeneral support roles in care settings

While both roles support individuals in care settings, Behaviour Support Workers focus on managing behavioural challenges through specialized strategies, whereas Support Workers provide broader daily assistance. The two roles often overlap but differ mainly in their focus and required qualifications.

What is a behaviour support worker?

A behaviour support worker is a professional who helps individuals with behavioral challenges, often providing strategies to improve social, emotional, and functional skills. They typically work in settings such as schools, healthcare facilities, or community programs and may require training in behavior management techniques and relevant certifications.

What is the role of a behaviour support worker?

A behaviour support worker helps individuals with challenging behaviors by developing and implementing strategies to improve their social, emotional, and behavioral skills. They often work in settings such as schools, healthcare facilities, or community programs, and may require training in behavior management techniques and certifications like positive behavior support. Their goal is to promote positive behavior change and enhance quality of life for their clients.

What qualifications do you need to be a behaviour support worker?

To become a behaviour support worker, individuals typically need a relevant qualification such as a diploma or degree in behavioural sciences, psychology, or social work. Certification or training in positive behaviour support and experience working with individuals with behavioural challenges are often required or preferred.

What cities in Saskatchewan are hiring for Behaviour Support Worker jobs?

Cities in Saskatchewan with the most Behaviour Support Worker job openings:

Infographic showing various Behaviour Support Worker job openings in Saskatchewan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Chief Mental Health Officer

Saskatoon, SK • On-site

Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board
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Full-time

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Job description

Chief Mental Health Officer (CMHO)

 Permanent Appointment 

Regina Head Office


Job Summary:

Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, the Chief Mental Health Officer (CMHO) is responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of the Saskatchewan WCB's strategy for mental health services. This position provides clinical and operational leadership to ensure high-quality, evidence-informed mental health practices across the organization.

Leading a team of Mental Health Consultants, the CMHO oversees all clinical mental health-related services, provides expert guidance to management teams, collaborates with internal and external partners, and ensures alignment between mental health policy, practice standards, and the WCB's mandate. This role plays a pivotal part in advancing mental health outcomes for workers, strengthening relationships with care providers, and supporting internal employee mental health strategies.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  1. Lead the development, execution and oversight of the organization's mental health strategy, policies, and programs.
  2. Provide strategic advice to the Board, Executive and organization on trends, issues, and best practices impacting claim management and mental health service delivery.
  3. Lead efforts to continually improve delivery, and ensure high-quality, consistent mental health care services for WCB's injured workers by collaborating with internal and external providers, maintaining evidence-based standards, and overseeing assessment, treatment, and consultation practices.
  4. Strengthen mental health program delivery through continuous quality assurance, development and refinement of care pathways, and ensuring services meet established quality, service, and reporting standards.
  5. Provide leadership, direction and guidance to a team of mental health consultants to provide expert claims specific opinions to support decision making. 

  6. Advise on claims and health care services strategies by ensuring mental health cases are handled with clinical sensitivity, supported by tools and resources that support sustained return to work.

  7. Advise on prevention strategies with the goal of reducing mental health injuries. This includes development of resources for employers and workers, such as mental health education and training. 
  8. Serve as an internal expert advisor for HR and senior leadership on the advancement of employee mental health strategy, initiatives, supports and promotion. 
  9. Provide subject matter expertise for the development and delivery of mental-health related training for staff.
  10. Consult with a variety of stakeholders, such as care providers, employers, workers, labour representatives, government officials as needed to inform the mental health strategy.
  11. Build strong relationships and serves as the main liaison between the WCB and mental health providers across Saskatchewan. Engage and educate mental health professionals on their role in supporting safe, sustainable return-to-work outcomes. 
  12. Lead and contribute to planning, policy development, and the creation of innovative, evidence-informed approaches to mental health service delivery.
  13. Maintain clinical and professional expertise, identify emerging trends and process improvement opportunities, and implement changes that enhance service quality and operational effectiveness.
  14. Work collaboratively with internal and external partners and foster a culture of learning, collaboration, and psychological health and safety. 
  15. Recruit, develop and manage staff in accordance with WCB's principles, policies, and Collective Bargaining Agreement. This includes staffing, training and development including regular coaching of staff, organizational and management development, succession planning and performance management. 
  16. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

In addition to the following Behavioural & Technical Qualifications (Competencies) the following Education, Experience, Designation/Licenses are job requirements:

A Master's degree or doctorate in Psychology or Specialty in Psychiatry. Registered Psychologist with authorized practice endorsement, or Registered Psychiatrist and a member in good standing of their respective College. 

A minimum of ten years clinical experience in mental health assessment, treatment, or consultation with at least five years in progressive leadership experience within a health system, insurance or rehabilitation organization would be an asset.  A combination of education and experience will be considered.

Applications:

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is received through the online application system prior to close. Each application must include a cover letter explaining how each qualification is met and an updated resume.

The Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board is committed to achieving a representative workforce. Members of designated groups (women, aboriginal people, people with disabilities and visible minorities) are encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: September 15, 2026

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