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The therapist provides individual and group therapeutic interventions for patients with mental health and addiction issues. They are responsible for developing individualized recovery plans and documenting patient progress according to hospital standards.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a Regulated Health Professional (e.g., Social Worker, Occupational Therapist) with current professional registration and CPR certification. Experience with trauma, addictions, and third-wave therapies like CBT and DBT is required.
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Job description
Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.
As a Therapist, Mental Health & Addiction, TSICP, you will be an integral part of a collaborative, inter-disciplinary team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes, get ready to love it here!
What you’ll be doing
Assume a therapeutic role in the motivation, counselling, supervision and instruction of patients in treatment interventions
Facilitate and co-facilitate psycho-educational, experiential and process groups
Provide the opportunity for skills development in a safe context to experience new behaviours
Document treatment and ongoing progress on patient, according to discipline, program and Hospital standards
Support individual skills development to promote integration
Provide client-centered treatment and recovery-oriented support to clients
In collaboration with the client and other stakeholders, develop individualized client treatment and recovery plans
What we’re looking for
Regulated Health Professional with current membership/registration with professional discipline by college – Occupational Therapy, Recreational Therapy, Social Work, Addictions Counsellor; eg. College of Registered Psychotherapists
Experience with, and knowledge of, the following:
trauma and addictions populations
working within multiple frameworks and theoretical models of practice program development and delivery, working with individuals with complex mental health issues
mindfulness and wellness training
Knowledge of program population complexities and relevant legislation
Assessment of group dynamics and facilitation skills for group therapy
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent presentation and organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively with customers, families and community agencies within an integrated trans-disciplinary approach
Skill and competencies to quickly establish supportive, trusting relationships Familiarity with, and preferably training in, third wave therapies such as CBT, DBT, prolonged exposure and CPT
Ability to work successfully both independently and within an interdisciplinary team environment Excellent assessment and communication skills
CPR Certification is required
Knowledge of Mental Health Act, PHIPA, Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, Health Care Consent Act
Proficient with Microsoft Office As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Homewood Health Centre requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.
Why work with us
Homewood Health is Canada’s largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!
As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. For this reason, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.
Join us at Homewood Health™ and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.
This job posting is for an existing vacant position within the organization.
