Youth Therapist

Kerrstreet; Hamilton; Presencial; CAD 41.000 - 55.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Eagles Nest is expanding our team of therapists to serve our community. We provide therapy, coaching and support programs to adults, youth and children with low-cost or subsidized services, primarily in Waterdown, ON.

The part-time contract role offers flexible scheduling to fit therapists’ practices and varying client loads. Location is primarily in person with some virtual work; compensation ranges 30–40 CAD per hour based on qualifications, with opportunities to develop curricula, lead groups

Formación

• Must hold a Master’s degree in social work, counselling or related field.
• OCSWSSW or CRPO registration in good standing.
• Experience delivering therapy to kids, teens and families.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and administrative abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Clear vulnerable sector check within 3 months.
• Proof of professional liability insurance.

Responsabilidades

• Provide individual therapy to youth 12–18 in person and virtually.
• Deliver high-quality mental health care that is developmentally appropriate.
• Organize and maintain electronic client records.
• Use evidence-informed modalities and stay current with research.
• Participate in monthly peer support and professional development.
• Engage in curriculum writing, leading groups, webinars, or blogs.

Conocimientos

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Case management

Independent work

Teamwork

Professional development

Administrative skills

Educación

Master's degree in social work or counselling

Bachelor's degree with relevant experience

OCSWSSW or CRPO registration

Experience with children and families

Herramientas

Owl Practise

Descripción del empleo

Eagles Nest is expanding our team with therapists who are interested in giving back to our community. We are looking for professionals who reflect the values of Eagles Nest and are committed to make to a difference.

Eagles Nest: Eagles Nest is a registered charity located in Waterdown. For more than 20 years Eagles Nest has been working in our community, equipping people with tools to create a healthier future. We work with individuals and families looking to make those changes happen in a supportive and positive environment. We help people care for their mental health, cultivate healthy relationships, navigate trauma, and develop self-worth. Our professional and caring staff and volunteers offer therapy, coaching and support programs to adults, youth and children. All services and programs are low cost or fully subsidized making them accessible to everyone.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual therapy primarily to youth ages 12 – 18 years in person and virtually
• Provide high quality mental health care that is developmentally appropriate
• Organize and maintain current electronic client records
• Practice evidence-informed modalities as well as learn and integrate the latest research and technique
• Participate in monthly peer-to-peer support and professional development
• Opportunity for other activities including writing curriculum, leading groups, facilitating webinars or writing blogs

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social work, counselling or other university degree relevant to the practice of counselling and psychotherapy from a recognized institution
• Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in social work with extensive and relevant experience will also be considered
• Must be registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) as a Social Worker or The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) as a registered psychotherapist
• Experience working as a therapist with kids, teens and families
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, organizational and administrative skills
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving skills Strong case management skills Ability to provide therapeutic interventions with individuals, groups, and family systems
• Ability to work independently as well as effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Ongoing commitment to professional growth and development
• Current (within 3 months) clear criminal reference check with vulnerable sector search
• Proof of professional liability insurance

Understanding that therapists may have their own practice or work at another clinic, our Program Manager will work with each therapist to find a schedule that works well for both the therapist and Eagles Nest. Therapists will decide how many clients or hours they want to commit to per month and have a consistent schedule to allow for easy scheduling and consistency.

Eagles Nest administrative staff will coordinate initial intakes, oversee all scheduling and manage payments if applicable. Therapists will use the online management system Owl Practise for clinical notes, secure messaging, scheduling, and video therapy.

Location: Primarily in person at our main office, HOPE Centre, 606 Dundas St. E., Waterdown, ON
Hours: Part Time Contract Position Varying Contract Positions Available – minimum commitment one client per month or one hour bi-weekly.
Compensation: $30 – 40 per hour depending on qualifications and experience

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will only be contacting those selected for an interview.

Eagles Nest is committed to an inclusive and accessible workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process.