Clinical Therapist, Garron Center

IWK Health

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Base: $42.2,138 - $58.3,034 ph; bonus/equity: not ...
On-site
Master's degree in clinical health discipline
Current professional registration required
2 years child and youth mental health experience
IWK Health is seeking a Clinical Therapist for the Garron Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The position requires a Master's degree in a clinical health-related discipline and at least two years of experience in child and youth mental health

Job Summary

  • The Clinical Therapist will work as part of an interprofessional team providing acute care for children and youth with serious medical psychiatric disorders at the Garron Centre.
  • IWK Health is committed to promoting an anti-racist environment and building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities it serves across Atlantic Canada.
  • The role offers permanent full-time employment with competitive compensation ranging from $42.2138 to $58.3034 per hour and access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

IWK Health is seeking a Clinical Therapist for the Garron Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The position requires a Master's degree in a clinical health-related discipline and at least two years of experience in child and youth mental health.

Salary

Base: $42.2138 - $58.3034 /hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Enhanced benefits and wellness programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in clinical health discipline
  • Current professional registration required
  • 2 years child and youth mental health experience
  • Knowledge of DSM V diagnostic criteria
  • Competence in Choice and Partnership approach (CAPA)
  • Crisis intervention and suicide risk assessment skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Measurement Based Care platforms
  • Non-violent crisis intervention certification
  • Multilingual competencies
  • Strong cultural competence understanding
  • Family-sensitive service implementation experience

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Nursing, or OT
  • Minimum 2 years clinical experience in child and youth mental health
  • Current professional registration in good standing
  • Demonstrated knowledge of DSM V classification criteria
  • Proven ability to collaborate with families and caregivers

Work Rights

Not specified

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