Counsellor/Therapist 2 - Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health seeks a dedicated Counsellor/Therapist for a part-time role focused on enhancing access to structured psychotherapy. This position involves providing individual and group-based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, managing referrals, and liaising with various healthcare providers. Successful candidates must hold a Master's degree and have significant clinical experience, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills. Join a progressive team committed to revolutionizing mental health care in Ontario.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of post-graduate, direct clinical experience in mental health and/or addictions treatment.
• Registered member in good standing with a regulated health care discipline authorized to perform psychotherapy.
• Experience with CBT and treating depression, anxiety, and related concerns.

Responsibilities

• Provide structured, client-centered psychotherapeutic care.
• Facilitate individual and group treatment.
• Liaise with community healthcare providers and collaborate to deliver CBT.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Counselling

Case management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Bilingualism

Education

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or occupational therapy

Advanced Certificate in CBT

Job description

Through its core values of Courage, Respect, and Excellence, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan: Connected CAMH, to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education, and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital; it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system – a world where Mental Health is Health.

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The Access to Care Program is currently seeking a Part-Time (6-month contract), Counsellor/Therapist 2 to work within the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program (OSP) at CAMH and its partner organizations. Reporting to the Clinical Manager, OSP, you will be a member of the OSP team.

The OSP interprofessional team works with internal and external stakeholders to improve access to structured psychotherapy and increase the availability of evidence-based psychological treatments for individuals with mild to moderate depression and/or anxiety in Ontario. The team provides evidence-based individual and group-based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) within CAMH and at community locations, including primary care.

As a team member, you will provide structured, client-centered psychotherapeutic care, work in partnership with clients, supports, and the team to support clients’ integration into their communities. Responsibilities include facilitating individual and group treatment, managing referrals, engaging in assessment and triage, and offering service navigation support. You will liaise with community healthcare providers and collaborate with community organizations and primary care sites to deliver CBT.

You will participate in professional development, including training and consultation, and contribute to developing best practices in mental health and concurrent disorder treatment. The role may involve providing clinical services during the day, evening, and weekends at the Queen Street Site or via virtual technology.

• The successful candidate must possess a Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or occupational therapy, with at least 3 years of post-graduate, direct clinical experience in mental health and/or addictions treatment. They must be a registered member in good standing with a regulated health care discipline authorized to perform psychotherapy, with proof of registration (e.g., CRPO, OCSWSSW, COTO, CPO, CPBAO).
• Completion of training for an Advanced Certificate in CBT aligned with Ontario Structured Psychotherapy, with experience applying this training to treat depression, anxiety, and related concerns.
• Experience with formulation and coordination of complex cases is required.
• Skills and experience in clinical assessment, counselling, and case management are necessary.
• Competence to perform psychotherapy and experience with CBT or other evidence-based modalities are required. Certification in evidence-based modalities and Motivational Interviewing is an asset. Candidates should be in ‘independent practice’ regarding psychotherapy.
• Knowledge and experience in concurrent disorders, mood and anxiety, trauma, and evidence-based treatments are essential.
• Knowledge of community resources and discharge planning is required.
• Ability to work with clients from diverse backgrounds, with strong communication and interpersonal skills, is necessary. Excellent organizational skills and proficiency with technology are also required.
• Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language is an asset.
• Supervision of psychotherapy students or clinicians, or contribution to teaching health professionals, is considered an asset for qualified candidates.