Are you passionate about creating hope for children, youth and families? At CASA Mental Health, every role contributes to our mission of building resilience and advocating for the children and families we serve. Guided by our vision of a community where all children and youth are empowered to thrive, we deliver holistic, evidence-informed and compassionate care across Alberta.
About CASA House
You will be part of a team that provides individual, group and family therapy, social and life skills training, and on-site schooling in small classroom settings. CASA House is a live-in program for teens who need support with significant mental health and/or addiction challenges. Teens stay at CASA House for an average of four months.
Job Details
Salary/Wage range: $30.72 to $38.22 per hour Vacation: 15 Days Shift structure: Eight-Hour Day and Evening Shifts Union: In-scope/exempt Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse FTE: 1.0 Status: Permanent
About the Role CASA House is a live-in program for teens who need support with significant mental health and/or addictions challenges. Teens stay at CASA House for an average of four months. The program involves parents and caregivers as active participants in treatment. Treatment includes individual, group and family therapy, social and life skills training, and on-site schooling in small classroom settings. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) utilize the nursing process, problem solving, critical thinking, and decision making skills to provide care. The LPN provides safe, holistic, and ethical care and adheres to CLPNA’s Code of Ethics, Standards of Practice for Licensed Practical Nurses in Canada; and other applicable Guidelines and Policies.
The Licensed Practical Nurse will:
Provide nursing assessments and patient care plans, including medication administration and monitoring, teaching, telephone follow-up and health promotion.
Practice according to the code of ethics and practice standards of their specific professional college.
Assist with individual or group therapy as directed and as appropriate.
Coordinate with other professionals to promote continuity of care and assist families with connecting to a primary care physician.
Identify service delivery improvements and suggest enhancements, utilizing a lens of evidence-informed practice and considering CASA’s strategic and operational plan.
Maintain electronic health records in a complete and timely manner.
Work collaboratively with the research department to assist with critical appraisal, evaluation and knowledge transfer.
Contribute to program and clinical team meetings.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Health Information Act
Knowledge of psychotropic medications and psychopathology
Ability to provide trauma-informed care
Working knowledge of addictions and mental health treatments for children and/or adolescents
Knowledge of nursing standards/protocols in area of specialty, basic nursing care procedures, and scope of practice as defined by the regulatory college
Strong assessment skills
Qualifications and Experience
Graduate of a practical nurse program recognized by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta or CASA Mental Health.
Current member in good standing with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta.
Minimum of three years of recent experience in pediatrics and mental health is required.
Experience in crisis intervention and de-escalation is preferred.
First Aid and BLS
Naloxone training is an asset
Conditions of Employment
A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) as well as physical ability to perform all interventions.
Your Well-Being Matters
At CASA, we know a career in mental health is more than just a job, it’s a calling. That’s why we take care of the people who make that care possible. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for growth, and the support you need to rest, recharge and continue making a difference.
What We Offer:
Employer-paid health and dental benefits, including $750 per paramedical practitioner and $2,000 annually in mental health services.
Flexible Spending Account that allows you choose between Health Spending, Personal Spending, your RRSP or CASA Pension Plan.
Defined contribution pension plan with generous employer match.
Five paid wellness days plus a holiday break in December to spend time with loved ones.
Paid time off for illness, bereavement, moving and education.
Up to 12 weeks parental leave top-up so you can spend precious time with your new addition.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a range of employee discounts.
Ongoing learning and growth opportunities including annual training events such as Indigenous Knowledges Day.
Recognition and community-building through employee appreciation events, team celebrations and opportunities to connect across CASA locations.
Apply today to start making a difference for Alberta’s children and families!
Your success matters to us. If there is anything we can do to make the application or interview process more accessible for you, please let us know at [email protected]
Closing Date: April 22, 2026
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials 26-060.
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