Job Description

TELUS Health and LifeWorks have recently come together to leverage the power of technology and our caring cultures to further progress our shared goal of building a healthier and friendlier future for all. As a global-leading health and well-being provider \xe2\x80\x93 encompassing physical, mental and financial health \xe2\x80\x93 TELUS Health is improving health outcomes for consumers, patients, healthcare professionals, employers and employees.*MSW or Counselling TherapistHalifax, NSFull-time, Defined term (1 year contract)The opportunityReporting to the Clinical Manager, you will provide single-session counselling to the adult population of Nova Scotia through the new Access Wellness program. Service will be provided in-person, in a TELUS Health office.Why join TELUS HealthEquivalent of four weeks of vacation;Clinical supervision to support your growth;Set schedule that facilitates work/life balance;Positive work environment that supports diversity and inclusion.What you will doProvide single-session counselling to an adult population for various presenting issues;Provide referrals and information about other available services;Manage associated administrative requirements of the role.Who we are looking forMaster\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in Counselling, Social Work or Psychology is mandatory;Membership with Nova Scotia College of Social Workers or Counselling Therapists is mandatory;Post-masters clinical experience;Strong assessment skills and ability to work within a single-session model;Ability to use a solution focused approach and to set short term objectives;Ability to clinically manage high-risk cases.Where permitted by law, company employees must be fully immunized to access a TELUS Health office or customer premises.Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to .By applying to this role, you understand and agree that your information will be shared with the TELUS Group of Companies\xe2\x80\x99 Talent Acquisition team(s) and/or any leader(s) who will be part of the selection process.

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