CASA Mental Health·Edmonton, Alberta
The Therapy Support Navigator works with mental health therapists to support case management, treatment plan delivery, and skill application in family and school settings. They also facilitate treatment groups and provide hands-on coaching to families under clinical supervision.
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 the Core Program
You will be part of the program that is the first stop for most families who come to CASA Mental Health. CASA’s Core program serves children ages three to 17 and provides short-term, goal-directed mental health treatment for a wide range of concerns. From Core, children, youth and families are able to step up or down into more appropriate levels of service if needed.
Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the Therapy Support Navigator works closely with assigned program area Mental Health Therapists (MHT) to support screening, case management, delivery of treatment and achievement of treatment plans. The Therapy Support Navigator has an integral role within the therapy team to provide treatment extension, promote the uptake and application of skills within family and school settings. The Therapy Support Navigator also facilitates child, adolescent and parent treatment groups under the supervision of the MHTs.
Provide hands-on modelling and coaching to family members as determined by the MHT and guided by the treatment plan.
Complete weekly phone contacts with families as assigned to review treatment strategies and gather updates for the treatment team.
Engage in facility, school and/or home observations and prepare observation reports for MHTs.
Assist in group facilitation, set up and take down, observation and note taking as required in groups for patients and families.
Attend staff planning sessions, patient case conferences and client meetings to provide information surrounding community supports available upon discharge.
Complete relevant electronic medical record documentation.
Participate in the case management of assigned caseload.
Provide online presentations for Head Start staff to learn about CASA.
Distribute a monthly newsletter to Head Start site supervisors with information on CASA programs, groups, referral process and child development.
Foster face-to-face relationships with Head Start staff at referring sites through staff meetings and/or visiting classrooms monthly, especially in the beginning of the school year.
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 recruitment@casaservices.org
Closing Date: August 9, 2026
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials 26-120.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in social work, child and youth care, early childhood education, or a related discipline. Practical experience in a children's mental health setting and a valid driver's license are required.
Market context
In Alberta, Therapy Support Navigator roles are typically sought in children’s mental health and related community services, where employers look for candidates who can coordinate support and work across families and care teams. Competition can be strong because the role combines a relevant bachelor’s degree, hands-on children’s mental health experience, and a valid driver’s license. If you’re considering applying, review the posted duties closely and match your experience to navigation, coordination, and family-support work; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you assess fit faster from the original job description.
