Position: Child and Family Therapist (1 Year Contract)
Location: Bancroft
Status: Temporary Part-Time - up to 3 days/week between Monday to Friday
Salary: Undergraduate $32.37 to $38.69 per hour
Graduate $34.35 to $41.05 per hour
Description
Children’s Mental Health Services (CMHS) is a publicly funded charitable organization in the City of Belleville, serving Hastings and Prince Edward counties, which provides a spectrum of innovative and evidence-based, mental health services. We provide Live-In and community-based services including in–home programs to children, youth, and families within the community.
CMHS is seeking a qualified individual to join our Brief Therapy and Counselling & Therapy team at our Bancroft office. This is a temporary part-time role for a period of 12 (twelve) months.
What we Offer
Premium payment of fourteen percent (14%) for all hours worked paid in lieu of benefits
Flexibility to plan/schedule your day
Hybrid work option, once probation has been completed
Enhanced clinical training
Supported by seasoned clinical managers
Challenging work opportunities and variety in your day
Position Summary
As a Child and Family Therapist with our agency, you will be responsible for delivering a range of mental health services that include: assessment, counselling, case management, crisis response, community development, and education activities. You will provide client-centred child and family intervention services to young people and their families, as well as our therapy & support groups.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Conducting assessments and treatment interventions with children, youth, and their families
Providing individual, family, and group therapy
Working as a team member to ensure that service delivery is responsive to the community and consistent with the Mission and Vision of the Organization
Liaising with lateral agencies, participate in and initiating case conferences in situations where it is in the best interest of the client
Assisting with the achievement of objectives identified in the service plan of the organization and priorities articulated in the strategic plan
Maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all times
Following clinical best practices and quality standards, based on the organizational policies and procedures
Experience/Skills and other Requirements
A Master’s degree in Social Work or Psychology
Consideration will be given to candidates with a Bachelor of Social Work with at least two years of work experience in a community-based children’s mental health facility and a commitment to complete a graduate clinical program
Registration in good standing with the OCSWSSW or CRPO
Previous experience working with children, youth, and parents or guardians
Immunization record against COVID-19 (minimum two doses)
Knowledge and expertise in the field of community-based mental health services
Knowledge of relevant legislation pertaining to child & family services and children’s mental health services
Strong telephone counselling and public relations skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Proficient computer skills
Ability to achieve service goals both independently and collaboratively
Must be available to work flexible hours when required to align with client needs
Apply for this opportunity by emailing your cover letter and resume to Julie Muli, Human Resources Director, at jmuli@cmhs-hpe.on.ca
Children’s Mental Health Services values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply and are committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If contacted regarding this position, please advise Human Resources of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
While we thank all applicants, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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