Psychologist or Social Worker

Dreamcatcher Nature-Assisted Therapy; Ardrossan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Dreamcatcher Nature-Assisted Therapy is hiring a Registered Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, or equivalent to provide therapy in conjunction with animal assistance. The role emphasizes working with children and youth facing complex mental health challenges, with the opportunity to grow into a full-time position. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's degree and relevant experience, particularly with animals and outdoor conditions. Interested applicants are encouraged to contact us to start their journey in this unique therapeutic environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Psychologist or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience working with children and youth.
• Training in Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct therapy sessions in a natural setting with animals.
• Provide services to individuals with various mental health conditions.
• Work both on-site and potentially some remote.

Skills

Compassion

Flexibility

Experience with children and youth

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology or Social Work

Job description

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Dreamcatcher is recruiting a Registered Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, Provisional Psychologist, or Master Level Registered Social Worker to join our team!

Our therapists work in a natural setting with animals while conducting counselling and therapy sessions. We provide services to children, youth, and adults with a range of mental health conditions and complex needs, including neurodevelopmental challenges, trauma, addictions, emotional and behavioural concerns, disabilities, and daily life issues.

The candidate will work on contract with the private practice starting with part-time hours with the intention of moving into a full-time contract position. Please be aware that this is an on-site/in-person position; however, some remote work may be required.

To be a successful candidate you:

• Must be a Registered Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, Provisional Psychologist, Registered Social Worker, with a minimum of a Master’s Degree.
• Must be registered in good standing with your respective regulatory body within Alberta.
• Approved provider for FNIHB, or on the list to get approved (we can help you apply for this).
• Have a minimum of 2 years experience working with children and youth with complex needs consisting of multiple mental health diagnoses, cognitive disabilities, emotional/behavioral issues, addictions and/or trauma background.
• Have horse experience.
• Have training in AAT and EFC or be willing to train.
• Have a compassionate understanding and appreciation for animals of all species as well as for nature.
• Are willing to work outdoors in all conditions, all seasons of the year.
• Are flexible in joining a growing team and open to balancing a variety of tasks.
• Have reliable transportation to and from work.

Assets:

• Being of Indigenous Descent is a strongasset.
• Full registration as a Clinical Social Worker or Registered Psychologist is preferred.
• Preference will be given to those applicants with horse experience and AAT/EFC experience.
• Experience in other mediums such as Talk, Art, Play, EMDR and Sand Tray therapies.
• Skilled in Assessments.
• Available to work evenings.

While we encourage all interested applicants to apply, only those applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be contacted for interviews. Dreamcatcher thanks all applicants.

To apply, please email Eileen Bona at [e-mail]

You may also drop your CV and cover letter to our office at 53044 RR #213, Ardrossan, AB, T8G 2C4

or Fax it to us at: [phone]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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