Clinical Therapist (masters) - Schools Plus Csap - Mental Health & Addictions

Capital District Health Authority

Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada
Base: $42.21 - $58.30 hourly; bonus/equity: not sp...
On-site
Mental health clinical services
School-based multidisciplinary teamwork
Crisis response and risk assessment
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia and offers a diverse range of inpatient and outpatient services including mental health and addictions

Job Summary

  • Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia and offers a diverse range of inpatient and outpatient services including mental health and addictions.
  • The clinician works within a collaborative SchoolsPlus model providing comprehensive, student-focused mental health services directly in school settings.
  • Successful candidates may be eligible for a benefits package including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, life insurance, and a defined benefit pension plan.

Matching Summary

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia and offers a diverse range of inpatient and outpatient services including mental health and addictions.

Salary

Base: $42.21 - $58.30 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, travel, long-term disability, life insurance, pension plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Mental health clinical services
  • School-based multidisciplinary teamwork
  • Crisis response and risk assessment
  • Bilingual English and French proficiency
  • Travel between multiple school locations

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative and student-focused model
  • Knowledge of mental health legislation
  • Strong assessment and intervention skills
  • Experience with DSM application
  • Work-life balance with Atlantic lifestyle

Key Requirements

  • Master’s Degree in health-related field
  • Registration or eligibility with NSCSW or NSBEP
  • Two years clinical experience in Mental Health & Addictions
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and French
  • Experience conducting crisis response and risk assessments

Work Rights

Not specified

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