Clinical Therapist (Live-in Treatment) - (1259)
Kinark Child and Family Services has a rich 50-year history serving children and youth through a wide range of evidence-based mental health services that include individual, family, and group counselling. We are on a mission to help children and youth with complex needs achieve better life outcomes with a broader vision of a healthy future for Ontario’s children and youth.
Our people are the heartbeat of our organization where ‘Holding children, youth and families at the centre of all that we do’ is only one of the values that guides our work.
If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and youth with complex needs and want to be part of the mission we are on… Come join our team!
What we offer:
* Competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and other employment perks
* Flexible work arrangement supporting employee work life balance
* Employer Matching Defined Contribution Pension Plan up to 6%
* Employee Wellness Program
* Extensive Educational and Training Opportunities and Supports
* Supportive work environment with regular Supervision and Feedback
* Renowned Accredited Clinical Programs
We currently have an opportunity for:
Position Title: Clinical Therapist (Live-in Treatment)
Location: Peterborough, ON K9K 1R2 CA (Primary)
Reg/Temp: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Total # of hours per week: 35
Hourly Wage Levels: Step 1: $41.11; Step 2: $43.17; Step 3: $45.33
# of Positions: 1
Close Date: February 26, 2025
Job Summary:
The Live-In Treatment (LIT) Clinical Therapist is an integral part of a busy, dynamic and innovative 24/7 clinical treatment program at Kinark Child and Family Services in Peterborough, Ontario. The LIT operates as a comprehensive Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) treatment program. As a member of an interdisciplinary team, the LIT Clinical Therapist will coordinate care and provide direct psychotherapeutic intervention (DBT-based) to youth and their families. They will support the ongoing development and implementation of DBT treatment and intervention within the LIT program.
Duties & Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
1. Support in assessing eligibility of client’s needs and presentation with Live-In-Treatment program.
2. Complete an initial comprehensive assessment, considering the multiple layers and interacting mental health issues, needs, and disorders, concurrent substance use issues, and medical conditions.
3. Conduct risk assessments and develop safety plans.
4. Complete a comprehensive formulation and treatment plan as a foundation for treatment.
5. Provide evidenced-based interventions to both youth and families.
6. Modify treatment activities and approaches as needed to align with changes in clients' status.
7. Provide support, direct coaching, and feedback to members of the interdisciplinary team.
8. Ensure that all required documentation is in compliance with MCCSS licensing timelines and content requirements.
Qualifications:
1. Master's Degree in a Health-Related Discipline with training in the controlled act of Psychotherapy.
2. Must be registered and in good standing with a Health Regulatory College.
3. A minimum of 3 years relevant experience working in a mental health setting is required.
4. Excellent clinical assessment, formulation and treatment planning skills is essential.
5. Significant experience delivering full model DBT is strongly preferred.
6. Experience working with diverse cultures is considered an asset.
Kinark Child and Family Services values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.
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