Job Description

CLINICAL THERAPIST (RP, RSW, MSW)

The KFHT is currently recruiting a Clinical Therapist to join our mental health team. We are looking to fill part-time and full-time position (s).

We offer an exceptionally supportive and collaborative work environment as well as a competitive compensation package which includes generous vacation/personal time allotment, enhanced extended health package and HOOPP defined benefit pension plan.

Position scope may include:

Provide direct counseling, therapeutic interventions and education and to individuals, couples, families and children

Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments

Design individualized treatment plans based on presenting concerns

Develop and facilitate groups

Function as an effective member of a multidisciplinary health care team

Liaise with client's community agencies and service providers

Qualifications

Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Social Worker or Masters Social Work

Have a minimum of two years providing direct clinical counselling/therapy

Hold current and sufficient professional liability insurance in Ontario

Specialization clinical preferred

Experience

Experience in a primary care mental health setting preferred

Experience working with a multidisciplinary health care team preferred

Experienced working with clients from assessment to termination, formulating and implementing treatment plans with defined goals is an asset.

Familiarity and comfort dealing with:

Training and familiarity with evidence-based practice models/theories such as: cognitive behavioral therapy, brief solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, crisis prevention and intervention, addictions counselling theories and others

Anxiety, depression, stress management, divorce /separation, health issues, injury/recovery, job loss, bereavement

A broad client base with complex physical and mental health needs

Life cycle issues (with a focus on work with adults)

Group facilitation

Health promotion activities

The Ideal candidate:

Works independently within a multidisciplinary health team

Has positive and collaborative interactions with social workers, physicians, nurses and other staff

Has excellent computer skills and experience working with an electronic medical record

Has excellent oral and written communication skills

Has the skills necessary to expand and strengthen community partnerships

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $74,135.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Extended health care Flexible schedule Life insurance Paid time off Vision care
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Work Location: In person