Lifemark Health Group·Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Provide goal-focused psychotherapy and social work interventions to military veterans and other clients to improve their mental health and community functioning. Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences to develop and monitor treatment plans while maintaining quality reporting and communication.
Position Title: Social Worker Clinical Specialist or Registered Counselling Therapist
Cole Harbour Integrated Health Services - pt Health (51 Forest Hills Parkway, Dartmouth, NS, B2W 6C6)
Status: Full Time and Part Time Hours available
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Compensation: Hourly or Salaried options
Location type: Remote, Hybrid or On-Site
Category: Clinic Operations
MSW or RCT with 1-3 yrs. experience in Clinical Social Work
About this role
Start saving for the future with our Employee Shared Ownership Program which includes 25% company match of up to 5% of your base compensation with additional high growth shares value from Loblaw Group of Companies, paid dividends and a TFSA to shelter tax gains.
Modern life stipends: Take advantage of a 30% employee discount at Shoppers Drug Mart. Paid wellness and vacation days. Stay Active with a GoodLife Fitness discount. Manage your own learning and development with up to $1500 annual stipend based on employment status.
Refer-a-Friend: Our Employee Referral Bonus Program offers you up to $5000 in extra rewards.
Mentoring and specialization are always within reach, with a vast network of clinicians in multidisciplinary clinics, you are exposed to practical training from colleagues, mentorship from your leader, in-house learning centre and sponsored training if external provider is your best alternative.
Growing stronger than ever: It’s about pushing past limits, continuously improving and recognizing that strength isn’t a fixed state – it's a journey!
Required Qualifications
Registered with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers as an MSW Clinical specialist (formerly known as Private Practitioner);
Registered Counselling Therapist registered with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists,
Minimum Master’s Degree in a counselling-related field such as Counselling, Psychology, or Social Work.
Extra Points in your application
Experience in case conceptualization and treatment of a range of mental health symptoms with a variety of adult clients.
Have clinical knowledge in the areas of grief/loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, and adjustment issues.
Knowledge of psychological management of chronic pain and concussive syndrome an asset.
Training and experience with cognitive behavioral therapy approaches, and Trauma Processing modalities (e.g., EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, CPT).
Experience working as part of a multi/interdisciplinary team.
Experience preparing assessment, progress and discharge reports.
Excellent interpersonal skills, solid judgement, and integrity.
When you move better, you feel better.
This is at the heart of everything we do.
We are moving people beyond pain by transforming the way it is treated and prevented.
Connecting people digitally and in-person with multidisciplinary clinical care, we combine advanced technology and a care team of experts to guide people through personalized plans of care.
Lifemark is trusted by leading health plans, employers, and individuals in communities, including the Government of Canada.
We have grown to lead the biggest network of purpose-built multidisciplinary clinics across Canada, expanding to meet patient needs in mental health, massage therapy, occupational therapy, kinesiology, chiropractic, physiotherapy and sport therapy.
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Discrimination and Harassment
Lifemark Health Group is an equal opportunity employer with zero tolerance to discrimination and harassment of any kind. We make employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
Diversity and Inclusion
We’re committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve by creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark aims at providing a candidate experience for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Women, People with Disabilities, and Visible minorities.
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Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a counselling-related field and be registered as an MSW Clinical Specialist or Registered Counselling Therapist in Nova Scotia. The role requires 1-3 years of clinical experience and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Market context
Behavioral-health positions in Nova Scotia often reflect steady demand in child and adolescent services, especially where trauma-informed care and specialized assessment skills are needed. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for a Ph.D. or PsyD in Clinical Psychology, registration with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology, and direct clinical experience with younger patients. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your registration status and prepare examples of trauma-informed work before applying.