Child & Youth Counsellor, Child Mental Health IP, C (J0525-1015)

North York General Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

North York General Hospital seeks a Child & Youth Counsellor for the Child Mental Health Inpatient Unit. The role involves collaborating with families and healthcare teams to provide essential care for youths facing mental health challenges. Candidates should hold a Child & Youth Counsellor Diploma and have strong interpersonal skills. This part-time role offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities for ongoing education and professional growth.

Benefits

Pension Plan

Pay in lieu of benefits

Vacation pay

Qualifications

• Certification as a Child & Youth Counsellor from a recognized college required.
• Baccalaureate preferred.
• Experience in acute psychiatric settings is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients experiencing acute psychiatric conditions.
• Develop and implement plans of care with families and health teams.
• Participate in professional development and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

Certified Child & Youth Counsellor Diploma

Baccalaureate degree in related field

Job description

Child & Youth Counsellor, Child Mental Health IP, C (J0525-1015)

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Child & Youth Counsellor, Child Mental Health IP, C (J0525-1015)

Join to apply for the Child & Youth Counsellor, Child Mental Health IP, C (J0525-1015) role at North York General Hospital

Company Bio

IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.

Company Bio

IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.

Position Summary

Child & Youth Counsellor, Child Mental Health Inpatient Unit You will provide direct care to patients and families experiencing acute psychiatric condition(s), with a focus on social skills, strengths, development and functioning in the context of the family and milieu. You will develop and implement a plan of care in collaboration with the child/family and other health care team members. You will maintain clinical competence and knowledge through continuing education and life-long learning. You have superior communication and interpersonal skills, effortlessly connecting with physicians, staff, patients, and families, and display a high degree of professionalism, with the ability to work independently, in small groups and in a team environment. You demonstrate strong problem-solving, critical thinking and decision making skills. This position supports the hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for patients, staff, physicians, learners, volunteers and families

On a practical level, you will

• Provide direct care to patients and families experiencing acute psychiatric condition(s)
• Develop and implement a plan of care in collaboration with the child/family and other health care team members; attend meetings, maintain records
• Act as a role model and mentors CYC colleagues and students
• As part of the interdisciplinary team, participate in the comprehensive assessment of the adolescent with a focus on psychosocial issues, strengths, and functioning in the context of the family and milieu
• Collaborate to develop individualized and comprehensive plan of care to achieve mutually agreed upon goals
• Participate in quality improvement activities as required
• Engage in evidence based practice and may initiate changes to improve the quality of CYC interventions as appropriate
• Participate in ongoing professional development
• Participate in unit/program/Hospital committees as required
  
  

Qualifications

• Certified Child & Youth Counsellor Diploma from a recognized community college
• Baccalaureate degree in related field, preferred
• O.A.C.Y.C. membership, preferred
• Broad experience in an acute psychiatric setting, preferred
• Bilingualism in French/English an asset
  
  

What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Part Time Casual position with 8 hour shifts days, evenings, nights, including weekends and on an as needed basis in the Child Mental Health Inpatient Unit. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan. #INDO

How To Apply

Think you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why:

• Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
• We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.
  
  

Closing Statement

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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