Job Description

Through its core values of

Courage, Respect and Excellence

, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan:

Connected CAMH,

to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system - a world where Mental Health

is

Health.

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The Access to Care Program is currently seeking a Part-Time (contract - 6 months), Counsellor/Therapist 2 to work within the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program (OSP) at CAMH and its partner organizations. Reporting to the Clinical Manager, OSP, you will act as a member of the OSP team.


The OSP interprofessional team works with internal and external stakeholders to improve access to structured psychotherapy and increase the availability of evidence-based psychological treatments for individuals with mild to moderate depression and/or anxiety in Ontario. The OSP team provides evidence based individual and group-based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) within CAMH and off-site at community locations including primary care.


As a member of an interprofessional team, you will provide structured client-centered psychotherapeutic care. You will work in partnership with clients, their formal and informal supports, and the team to support clients' successful integration into their communities. You will be expected to facilitate individual and group treatment, manage referrals and engage in assessment/triage processes, and offer service navigation support to clients currently attending the service. You will liaise with community health care providers, both within and outside CAMH. Collaborations with community organizations and primary care sites to deliver CBT may also be required. You will be expected to participate in professional development, including completion of any required training and participation in consultation. You must be capable of contributing to the development of best practices unique to mental health and concurrent disorder treatment. You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all the applicable regulatory and legislative requirements. This position may involve providing clinical services in the day, evening and weekends at the Queen Street Site or via virtual technology.

Job Requirements

The successful candidate must possess a Masters degree in psychology, social work or occupational therapy combined with a minimum of 3 years of post-graduate, direct clinical (psychotherapy) experience in the provision of mental health and/or addictions treatment. As a registered member in good standing with a regulated health care discipline authorized to perform the controlled act of psychotherapy, the candidate must show proof of registration with the respective College (e.g. College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW), College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO), College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO), Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO)).

This position requires completion of training for an Advanced Certificate in CBT in alignment with Ontario Structured Psychotherapy, with experience applying this learning to offer treatment for depression, anxiety and anxiety-related concerns

Experience with formulation and coordination of complex cases is required. Demonstrated skills and experience in clinical assessment, counselling, and case management are required. The candidate must have competence to perform psychotherapy and experience utilizing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or other evidence-based modalities (depending on the needs of the program). Certificates/certification in evidence-based modalities is an asset. Certification in Motivational Interviewing is an asset. The candidate must also be in 'independent practice' as it pertains to performing psychotherapy. Possess demonstrated knowledge and experience in concurrent disorders, mood and anxiety, trauma and evidence-based treatments. Knowledge of community resources and discharge planning is required. Demonstrated ability to work with clients of diverse backgrounds is necessary. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to work within the interprofessional teams and to engage with clients, family members, and community care providers. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced interprofessional clinical environment are essential. You will also be able to meet deadlines, and have excellent computer skills and knowledge of technology to enhance communication and learning. Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language is considered an asset. * Supervision of psychotherapy to students within your respective discipline is considered an asset for candidates who are qualified (or working toward qualifications) as a clinical supervisor. Candidates qualified to provide psychotherapy supervision of clinicians, or to the contribution to teaching of other health professionals within or across disciplines where permitted, is also an asset.