Job ID #32026: Clinical Therapist M.A.

Qualifications

Experience delivering evidence-informed and best practice modalities through structured, time-limited therapy, consultations and counselling and therapy with infants, children, youth and their families, and individual and group based, normally acquired through the completion of a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Demonstrated knowledge and experience in conducting assessments, including Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, Single-Session Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Unified Protocol for Children and Adolescents, Emotion Focused Family Therapy and Play-based Dyadic Therapy. Registration and active membership with good standing in OCSWSSW. Proven experience conducting assessments, brief and time-limited therapy, consultations and counselling and therapy with infants, children, youth and their families. Demonstrated ability in assessment and interviewing skills, flexibility in adapting to change, interpersonal relationships and case management and service coordination. Demonstrated ability to work independently with little supervision and in relating with a multi-disciplinary team and cross sectoral professionals Demonstrated ability to relate with all levels of the community, with emphasis on working with diverse populations through trauma-informed and culturally safe care Effective communication skills and demonstrated ability to relate to peers, individuals, families and groups. Working knowledge of computer software applications (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook). Highly effective facilitation, communication, presentation, interpersonal and organizational skills. NOTE 1: The successful candidate will be required to provide immunization records, which may include TB testing prior to the start of employment to meet the requirements of Policy HSW-01 Staff Proof of Immunity to Vaccine Preventable Diseases. NOTE 2: Must have access to time and cost-effective transportation to meet program delivery needs. A “G” Driver’s Licence and access to own vehicle is preferred.

Disclaimer

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Terms

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