Mental Health Therapist, First Call Care

Homewood Santé; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Homewood Santé, a leader in mental health and addiction treatment in Canada, is seeking a Mental Health Therapist for its First Call Care program. The role involves providing clinical services, conducting assessments, and developing action plans in a supportive, innovative environment. Interested candidates with a Master’s degree and relevant experience are encouraged to apply for this temporary contract, helping Canadians lead healthier, fulfilling lives.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of clinical experience with mental health issues.
• Registration with a relevant governing body.
• Experience with crisis hotlines or telephonic counseling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver EFAP and clinical services, including counseling and assessments.
• Conduct telephonic assessments on client behavior and crisis situations.
• Lead workshops and provide crisis management as required.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Resourcefulness

Education

Master’s degree in Counselling, Social Work, or Psychology

Job description

Mental Health Therapist, First Call Care

Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization dedicated to people-centered care. Join a supportive team passionate about improving lives and committed to quality and continuous learning.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver EFAP and other clinical services, including confidential counseling, case management, assessments, and direct clinical services.
• Conduct telephonic assessments on client behavior, emotional health, family, wellness, work issues, and crisis situations.
• Provide clients with practical strategies for self-implementation.
• Manage case assignments, treatment planning, documentation, and case closure in coordination with the Clinical Manager.
• Develop action plans and conduct psycho-social and risk assessments, including suicide prevention.
• Maintain service levels and collaborate with the team for effective service delivery.
• Lead workshops and provide crisis management as needed.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Counselling, Social Work, or Psychology.
• Registration with a relevant governing body as a Social Worker, Psychologist, Marriage & Family Therapist, or Canadian Certified Counsellor.
• 2-3 years of clinical experience with mental health issues and training in solution-oriented or cognitive-behavioral therapies.
• Experience with crisis hotlines, telephonic counseling, or EFAP preferred.
• Excellent communication skills in English; French is an asset.
• Ability to perform risk assessments and access community resources across Canada.
• Empathetic, resourceful, and client-focused with a creative approach to counseling.
• Experience with measurement-based care is an asset.

Details:

• Schedule: Sunday to Thursday, 11 pm - 7 am EST. Temporary contract until December 2025.
• Language: English required; French beneficial.
• Why join us? Homewood Health is Canada's leader in mental health and addiction treatment, fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation.
• We promote diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds.

Join us at Homewood Health and help Canadians lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.