Social Worker/Psychotherapist - Bilingual

CFSD; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bilingual Social Worker/Psychotherapist for a full-time contract position. This role involves providing individual, couple, and group therapy, with a focus on trauma, family conflict, and mental health issues. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Social Work, bilingual skills, and experience in counseling. Join a dedicated team committed to helping individuals and families in the community, and make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about providing hope and healing, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work required with RSW or RP qualification.
• Bilingual therapy skills and counseling experience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couple, family, and group therapy.
• Manage clinical caseload and maintain confidential records.
• Collaborate with community partners on various projects.

Skills

Bilingual therapy skills

Master’s level counseling experience

Knowledge of trauma in children and adults

Crisis intervention techniques

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database management

Job description

Social Worker/Psychotherapist - Bilingual

CFSD is a non-profit, charitable organization. The mission of CFSD is to provide help, hope and healing to individuals, young parents, couples and families, regardless of beliefs. We do this through evidence-based counselling and psychotherapy, education and support. Since 1981, CFSD has been helping people in the Durham region, from all religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, to deal with a variety of issues including trauma, gender based violence, couple and family conflict and mild to moderate mental health issues like anxiety and depression. CFSD is also a bilingual organization, and endeavours to employ bilingual staff.

CFSD's Renewal Psychotherapy Division is currently seeking a Bilingual Social Worker/Psychotherapist for a full-time 16 month contract position. This individual will report to the Clinical Manager and will be responsible for providing individual, couple, family, and group therapy. In addition, the incumbent will be responsible for referring clients to other community agencies and professionals to increase the support and services needed by the client.

The primary duties required for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Provide intake assessment, consultation, analyze and assess the needs of clients to determine individual case plans and appropriate therapy
• Formulate and implement treatment plans utilizing applicable resources and establishing suitable timeframes for achievement of goals
• Evaluate the treatment of services by seeking feedback from clients to determine overall effectiveness and recommend appropriate alterations to ensure optimal outcomes
• Facilitate or co-facilitate group programs
• Manage and meet targets for clinical caseload and maintain direct service requirements
• Participate in clinical program development and implementation
• Manage administrative duties, including client statistical reporting systems as per funding requirements
• Maintain confidential clinical records of treatment contacts and assessment information for report management purposes utilizing tact and discretion at all times
• Complete timely assessments for agency group programs and submit paperwork to appropriate staff personnel
• Positively and professionally represent the agency in the community by collaborating with community partners on various projects and initiatives as assigned
• Supervision of students if required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills

• A Master’s degree in Social Work or a related discipline
• Maintenance of RSW or RP qualification is a requirement
• Master’s level counseling experience is required
• Bilingual therapy skills an asset
• Commitment to the integrity and worth of all individuals which is consistently reflected in practice
• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a highly collaborative team environment
• Knowledge and experience in working with Violence Against Women clients
• Knowledge and experience in working with trauma in children and adults
• Knowledge and experience in individual and family therapy methods
• Knowledge and experience with crisis intervention techniques
• Knowledge and experience in working from a strengths-based perspective
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and database
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record check

Candidates are invited to indicate their interest in this position by sending a resume and cover letter to Elizabeth Pierce at [e-mail].

ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Industries

Individual and Family Services