Clinical Therapist Adult (Masters) - Mental Health & Addictions

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Truro; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Truro is seeking a Clinical Therapist to deliver evidence-based psychosocial assessments and treatments for adults facing mental health and substance use disorders. The role requires a Master's degree, two years of licensed clinical experience, and proficiency in cognitive behavioral therapy. Successful candidates will join a collaborative multidisciplinary team and have opportunities for professional growth. This is a permanent, full-time position with an hourly wage ranging from $42.21 to $56.88.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Pension plan

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Nursing, or Occupational Therapy.
• Current registration with provincial regulatory body.
• Minimum two years of related experience.
• In-depth understanding of harm reduction and addiction dynamics.
• Knowledge of DSM-5 for mental health diagnoses.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based assessments and treatments to adults with mental health disorders.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team consultations.
• Act in a professional and ethical manner consistent with clinical standards.

Skills

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Initiative

Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Assessment and Planning

Knowledge of Substance Use Disorders

Education

Master’s Degree in a clinical health-related discipline

Job description

Overview

Req ID: 209628 | Location: Northern Zone, Colchester East Hants Health Centre | Department: MHA NZ Adult Outpatients CRH | Type: Permanent, 100% FTE x 3 | CUPE Healthcare Position | Posting Closing Date: 24-Sep-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering inpatient and outpatient services across the province. Visit www.novascotia.com to learn more.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Adult Outpatient - Mental Health & Addictions, the Clinical Therapist, as a member of a multidisciplinary team, is responsible for the delivery of time-limited, evidence-based psychosocial assessments and treatments to adults (19 years and older) with Tier-3 mental disorders and Substance Use Disorders. All services are provided within a Stepped Care framework and practice is guided by disorder-based clinical care pathways. Each clinician participates in a consultation group to ensure collegial support, accountability, and effectiveness of assessments and treatments.

It is an expectation that the Clinical Therapist will act in a professional and ethical manner, following all recognized codes of ethics, standards, legislation, and guidelines relevant to clinical practice and profession. They will convey respect and a solid understanding of diversity and inclusion issues as they relate to specific groups.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Master’s Degree in a clinical health-related discipline (Masters in Social Work, Psychology, Masters in Counseling, Masters in Nursing, or Masters in Occupational Therapy)
• Current registration with relevant provincial regulatory body or eligible
• Minimum two (2) years' licensed related experience required including assessment and planning, treatment and intervention, and discharge planning
• In-depth and critical understanding of the principles of harm reduction, the dynamics of addiction, and evidence-based interventions for the treatment of addiction
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of standard criteria used (DSM-5) for the classification and diagnosis of mental health disorders
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in individual/group cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psycho-educational groups
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in crisis intervention, suicide, and violence risk assessment/intervention
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently with limited supervision and participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Basic competencies in relation to identifying and treating concurrent mental health and substance use disorders
• Experience in interviewing, counseling, and teaching health concepts to individuals, families, and groups
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in collaborating with families in relation to sharing information, and implementing family‑sensitive services that involve families in the care and recovery of people living with mental illness and addiction
• Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred

Minimum two (2) years of licensed clinical experience required. If not available, candidates with less than two (2) years of licensed experience may be considered for the selection process. If offered employment, they will be placed on the Clinical Therapist (Developmental) scale.

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Permanent, Full-Time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

Clinical Therapist: $42.21 - $56.88 hourly
Clinical Therapist (Developmental): $37.64 - $48.72

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You\'ve Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Applicants are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. If changing unions, seek clarification regarding seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.