Registered Counselling Therapist or Social Worker Clinical Spec.

Lifemark Health Group•Dartmouth, NS

19d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you a Registered Counselling Therapist or Registered Social Worker (MSW) who is passionate about providing high-quality, evidence-informed mental health care? We are seeking a clinician who values collaboration and is interested in contributing to an integrated, multidisciplinary healthcare environment. In this role, you will support the delivery of stepped-care mental health services to diverse populations, including MVA clients and military Veterans who may benefit from specialized psychosocial interventions. Join Cole Harbour Integrated Health Services - pt Health as we continue to grow our provincial clinical teams in support of a national mental health strategy. This position requires a strong commitment to client-centred care and the ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

Provide clients, primarily military veterans, with goal-focused psychotherapy to address mental health and psychosocial problems that are barriers to better health and family/community engagement.
Provide veteran clients with social work assessments and social work interventions in the client’s social milieu in order to improve social and community functioning.
Utilize a primarily cognitive-behavioral approach to intervention based on an overall client-centered philosophy.
Provide group psychoeducational services.
Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences to discuss clients’ treatment plan and goals, progress, and any barriers to functional goals.
Deliver quality reporting and effective communication with all stakeholders.

Benefits

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.
30% employee discount at Shoppers Drug Mart.
Paid wellness and vacation days.
GoodLife Fitness discount.
Up to $1500 annual stipend for learning and development based on employment status.
Employee Referral Bonus Program offers up to $5000 in extra rewards.
Mentoring and specialization opportunities.
Practical training from colleagues.
Mentorship from your leader.
In-house learning centre.
Sponsored training if external provider is your best alternative.