Psychotherapist, two positions available

Brock University•St. Catharines, ON

2d•CA$67,721 - CA$108,353•Onsite

About The Position

Brock University is seeking to fill two Psychotherapist positions. This is an ongoing, full-time, 10-month seasonal position. The Psychotherapist reports to the Manager, Health and Clinical Operations and is responsible for providing assessment, therapy, and psychotherapy to students to support their social/emotional growth, academic success, and overall well-being. This role addresses a wide range of issues, including impaired academic functioning combined with emotional distress or conflict. The position requires evening work based on operational needs and services will be provided at all Brock campuses.

Requirements

Masters degree in Psychotherapy, Social Work or Master of Counselling Psychology or related mental health discipline, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Registration in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) or another Ontario regulatory college authorized to practise psychotherapy.
Requires access to a reliable means of transportation as services are provided at all Brock campuses.
A Niagara Regional Police background check (including a Vulnerable Sector Screening).
Post-registration clinical experience and experience engaging in evaluation or program outcomes.
Advanced psychotherapy skills grounded in a strong and well-integrated theoretical foundation.
Proven experience delivering effective individual psychotherapy.
Demonstrated range, depth, and adaptability in responding to diverse and complex student counselling needs.
Comprehensive understanding of ethical standards, privacy legislation, and clinical risk management.
Applied expertise in implementing recommendations from psychological assessments and medical reports.
Ability to provide holistic care that supports students’ life skills, learning skills, and overall wellbeing.
Extensive experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams and with community partners.
Strong working knowledge of legislation relevant to the mental health field.
Experience and confidence using suicide risk assessment tools and implementing appropriate interventions.
Proficient use of mental health terminology, including diagnostic classifications.
Strong computer literacy, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, web applications, Outlook, PowerPoint, Workday, and scheduling/appointment systems.
Thorough knowledge of records management, privacy requirements (FIPPA, PHIPA), and best practices.
Promotes and embodies inclusivity and respect within the workplace and the broader community.
Excellent crisis intervention and clinical assessment abilities.
Highly developed verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills and takes initiative to improve services and processes.
Flexible, adaptable, and responsive to changing priorities and environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with young adults in a post-secondary setting.
Ability to administer and interpret academic and mental health testing measures to assess for academic strengths and weaknesses and mental health functioning.
Demonstrated success in building rapport and trust with racialized populations seeking mental health services.
Can administer level A B and C assessments.
Experience supervising Masters level counselling/psychotherapy students.
Has met the stated criteria from CRPO to be a clinical supervisor.

Responsibilities

Meet with students to identify and assess student needs and risks using clinical skills and standardized measures.
Determine level of need and provide direction/referral to professionals within a stepped care model.
Identify, assess, develop, and implement effective treatment plans.
Provide psychotherapy including cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, trauma-informed care, cross-cultural counselling, Positive Psychology interventions, and other treatment modalities.
Conduct comprehensive assessments for students referred to Personal Counselling using standardized tools and clinical expertise.
Respond to and incorporate student preferences for treatment, including cultural and identity-affirming supports.
Collaborate and liaise with internal campus partners and community partners to facilitate external referrals of care when appropriate.
Develop and implement an evaluation model, including appropriate methods and metrics to assess service effectiveness.
Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with professional, legal, and institutional standards.
Oversee Masters of Social Work and Registered Psychotherapist interns, supporting their professional development, ethical practice, and clinical competency.
Liaise with faculty, staff, and student groups on campus to promote services and ensure a high level of awareness of services provided.
Ensure collaboration and co-ordination of services for highly effective student support.