Cognitive Therapist

CBI Health; Calgary; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Flexible hours

Learning and development

Career progression

Job summary

CBI Health Chinook Clinic in Calgary, AB is seeking an entry-level Cognitive Therapist to support individuals recovering from brain injury through cognitive rehabilitation programs. You will work within an interdisciplinary team, delivering one-on-one sessions and developing activities to improve problem solving, memory, and information processing.

You will be trained on the job by experienced professionals, with opportunities to grow and progress within the organization.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in psychology, educational psychology or related diploma.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions independently with maturity.
• Experience with adults, cognitive barriers or disabilities is an asset.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to travel in southern Alberta.

Responsibilities

• Administer programs to improve cognitive functioning (problem solving, memory, information processing).
• Assist in generating activities for client participation and community integration.
• Provide one-on-one support under supervision within the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Rapport building

Independent work

Driving license

Travel within southern Alberta

Education

Post-secondary education in psychology/educational psychology or related diploma

Job description

Cognitive Therapist - Chinook, Calgary, AB.

CBI Health - Chinook Clinic, is a Calgary-based clinic helping people with personal or family brain injury related issues. We’re community based. We focus on individual needs. We encompass family issues. We are holistic.

Join a high-performing team that focuses on improving and maintaining every aspect of life for individuals recovering from brain dysfunction.

Working within a team this entry level position provides individual support to individuals and families recovering from brain injury or illness. A seasoned team of rehabilitation health care professional provides on the job training, your task is to administer programs designed to improve cognitive functioning such as problem solving, memory and information processing. You will assist with generating activities for client participation and integration into the community, as well as provide one on one support under supervision within the interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in psychology, educational psychology or related diploma.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Attention to detail, able to develop and maintain rapport with people.
• Prioritize and follow instructions independently with demonstrated personal maturity.
• Experience with adults, cognitive barriers and disabilities an asset.
• Must have valid driver’s license and be able to travel in southern Alberta.

What CBI Health Can Offer To You

We are proud of our friendly environment, supportive leadership and the knowledgeable team members who make it all possible. That is why we do everything we can to show our appreciation. Our training, mentoring and education programs will provide you with opportunities for continued learning – and support and guidance whenever you need it. At CBI Health, you will have the freedom to define your own career path through our many opportunities for growth and development.

The health and safety of our staff is our #1 priority. As you care for others, CBI Health will care for you. CBI Health has safety measures in place to keep you, your family and your clients safe. Our approach to virtual care incorporates the use of advanced, secure virtual technology, and a full-service client concierge, to deliver effective treatment where you are able to connect directly with your clients to assist in their care as well as facilitate consultations.

Here’s a Look At Our Total Rewards

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits and rewards package
• Flexible working hours and virtual care options
• Continuous learning and skills development
• Autonomy to explore and reach your career goals including the opportunity to progress to management

About CBI Health

CBI Health is Canada's leading community healthcare provider. Our national interdisciplinary network of healthcare staff and professionals is over 2,500 strong, and we continue to find ways to innovate our services to provide better recovery and support for our clients.

We’re changing how healthcare is experienced. We believe it starts with putting our clients first. Our diverse healthcare team works together with our clients to address all parts of their life, to provide data-driven solutions and better health outcomes. Learn more at cbihealth.ca.

Inclusion Matters

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences and provide accommodations throughout the hiring process.