Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health·New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
The Clinical Therapist delivers time-limited, evidence-based psycho-social assessments and treatments to adults with mental health and substance use disorders. They work within a multidisciplinary team to provide care guided by clinical pathways and participate in consultation groups to ensure treatment effectiveness.
11-Aug-26About the Opportunity Reporting to the Manager, Adult Outpatient - Mental Health & Addictions, the Clinical Therapist, as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, is responsible for the delivery of time-limited, evidence-based psycho-social assessments and treatments to adults (19 years and older) with Tier-3 mental disorders and Substance Use Disorders. All services are provided within a Stepped Care framework and practice is guided by disorder-based clinical care pathways. Each clinician participates in a consultation group to ensure collegial support, accountability, and effectiveness of assessments and treatments. It is an expectation that the Clinical Therapist will act in a professional and ethical manner, following all recognized codes of ethics, standards, legislation, and guidelines relevant to clinical practice and profession. They will convey respect and a solid understanding of subtle and complex diversity and inclusion issues as they relate to specific groups.About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Master’s Degree in a clinical health-related discipline (Masters in Social Work, Psychology, Masters in Counseling, Masters in Nursing, or Masters in Occupational Therapy) Current registration with relevant provincial regulatory body or eligible Minimum two (2) years' licensed related experience required including assessment and planning, treatment and intervention, and discharge planning In-depth and critical understanding of the principles of harm reduction, the dynamics of addiction, and evidence-based interventions for the treatment of addiction Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of standard criteria used (DSM-5) for the classification and diagnosis of mental health disorders Demonstrated knowledge and skills in individual/ group cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psycho-educational groups Demonstrated knowledge and skills in crisis intervention, suicide, and violence risk assessment/ intervention Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently with limited supervision and participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team Basic competencies in relation to identifying and treating concurrent mental health and substance use disorders Experience in interviewing, counseling, and teaching health concepts to individuals, families, and groups Demonstrated knowledge and skills in collaborating with families in relation to sharing information, and implementing family-sensitive services that involve families in the care and recovery of people living with mental illness and addiction Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Minimum two (2) years of licensed clinical experience required.
If not available, candidates with less than two (2) years of licensed experience may be considered for the selection process.
If offered employment, they will be placed on the Clinical Therapist (Developmental) scale.
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours Permanent part-time position; 45 hours biweeklyCompensation and Benefits Clinical Therapist$42.21 - $58.30 hourly Clinical Therapist (Developmental) $37.64 - $49.94 hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning.
Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.
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At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer.
Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.
Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position.
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position.
Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve.
We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a clinical health-related discipline and possess current registration with a provincial regulatory body. A minimum of two years of licensed clinical experience is required, along with demonstrated knowledge of DSM-5, crisis intervention, and addiction treatment.
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.