Job Description

MENTAL HEALTH INTAKE THERAPIST (Contract, 18 months)

The Dufferin Area Family Health Team

currently has an opportunity for a

Mental Health Intake Therapist

(22.5 hours per week) to join our compassionate, dynamic health care team dedicated to supporting patients for improved health and well being.

The

Mental Health Intake Therapist

(.6 FTE) will:

Engage patients in phone conversations to assess mental health concerns

Participate in a Single Session Clinic utilizing a brief therapy approach

Refer patients to appropriate community and regional resources

Arrange case conferences, as needed, to ensure a streamlined referral process

Collaborate with physicians, psychiatrists, and other allied health team members, as well as community providers

Demonstrate sensitivity to diversity, whether related to race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

- Required

Master's degree in social work or psychology with 2+ years' experience or a BSW with 5 years' experience

Membership in good standing with regulated health college, i.e. OCSWSSW or CRPO

Current up-to-date local knowledge of Dufferin-Caledon community and health services

Demonstrated expertise in utilizing evidence-based therapy approaches

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in risk assessment, crisis intervention, and referral coordination

Criminal Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening

Why join the DAFHT :

HOOPP Pension Plan Extended health care benefits including health, dental, vision & critical Illness insurance, EFAP program Support for continuing education and professional development Organizational commitment to work-life balance, including flexible work hours Excellent team/organizational environment Mileage compensation Salary is commensurate with the Ministry of Health compensation grid
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 18 months

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Application question(s):

Do you have a Master's degree in social work or psychology? Do you have 2 or more years of experience? Do you have a membership in good standing with the OCSWSSW or CRPO?
Work Location: In person