Solution Focused Brief Therapy Counsellor (Couples, In Person)

Homewood Health; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization is looking for registered mental health professionals in Fort McMurray, AB to provide solution-oriented counseling on a contract basis. The role involves working with couples and individuals to address various concerns like anxiety and stress management. Candidates should have relevant degrees and experience in counseling, along with proficiency in English or French. Competitive wages and professional development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a counselling related field or Bachelor of Social Work with registration and experience.
• 3 years experience in counselling, social services, or addiction settings.
• Registration/clinical membership with a regulatory college.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term, solution-oriented counseling.
• Work with couples and a range of audiences.
• Engage in clinical consultation with the management team.

Skills

Counseling

Interpersonal skills

Stress management

Addictions

Education

Master’s Degree in counseling

Bachelor of Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

Homewood Health™ is actively seeking registered mental health professionals interested in providing service in person on an occasional, contract basis for within our Stay at Work Services, Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) in Fort McMurray, AB, to support couples specifically.

What you'll be doing

• Provide short-term, highly focused, solution‑oriented counseling to address a variety of concerns such as depression, anxiety, interpersonal skills, workplace challenges, relationship issues, stress management and addictions.
• Able to work with couples as well as a range of audiences which may include adult individuals, families and children.
• Adhere to professional standards and best practices.
• Engage in clinical consultation with the clinical management team as required.

What we're looking for

• Master’s Degree in a counselling related field; or Bachelor of Social Work degree with appropriate registration and counselling experience.
• Registration/clinical membership with a regulatory college or body in your province of practice.
• 3 years experience in counselling, social services, or addiction service settings.
• Experience working in the EFAP field is an asset.
• Professional liability insurance coverage of $2,000,000 or as otherwise determined by Homewood Health™.
• Proficiency to provide counselling services in either English or French is required.
• Counselling proficiency in additional languages is a strong asset.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook).

Why work with us

We are driven by our values and are passionate about improving lives. We offer competitive wages and professional development opportunities, along with opportunities to engage with a community of clinicians from a variety of professional backgrounds across Canada who are part of our community of practice. Join us and work along-side highly motivated people who are collaborative and focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers.

Employment Equity & Closing Statement

In accordance with the various provincial legislation that we operate under, Homewood Health™ is committed to working in collaboration with any team member who may require workplace accommodation in order to successfully perform any or all aspects of their role. Join Homewood Health™ and be part of an exceptional team that is helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.