Job Description

Work Term: Temporary Work Language: English Hours: 15 to 37.5 hours per week Education: Master's degree Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

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Clinic Independent or private practice

Tasks

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Examine the behaviour Interview clients, prepare case histories and assess problems Interview patients Record observations Review reports from health care professionals to determine patients' current and potential functioning levels Write progress reports Prepare a treatment plan for each patient Provide therapy Counsel individuals and groups to achieve more effective personal, social and vocational development and adjustment Implement treatment plans Analyze the patient during the treatments Apply psychological theory and principles regarding behaviour and mental processes Develop and implement counselling and intervention programs to assist clients in determining goals and means of attaining them Maintain accurate records Plan intervention programs Follow up results of counselling programs and clients' adjustment Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia Help clients manage physical illness and disorders Identify additional/alternative services and provide referrals Liaise with community agencies or partners, and identify additional or alternative services and provide referrals Provide public education and consultation to other professionals or groups regarding counselling services, issues and methods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Membership with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association Mental health first aid Certificate Accreditation or registration with the appropriate national, provincial or territorial professional association

Computer and technology knowledge

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Electronic medical records MS Windows MS Word MS Office

Type of treatment experience

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Client-centered or humanistic/experiential therapy Cognitive therapy Crisis intervention counselling Eclectic therapy Psychotherapy Brief therapy

Security and safety

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Criminal record check Child Abuse Registry check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Attention to detail

Personal suitability

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Accurate Client focus Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Judgement Values and ethics Flexibility Interpersonal awareness Organized Reliability Team player

Screening questions

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Are you authorized to work in Canada? Do you have experience working in this field? Do you live near the job location? What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Other benefits

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Learning/training paid by employer * Team building opportunities