Clinical Therapist - Adult Outpatient (masters) - Mental Health & Addictions

Capital District Health Authority

Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
Base: $42.21 - $58.30 hourly; bonus/equity: not sp...
On-site
Master's degree in clinical health discipline
Current provincial regulatory registration
Minimum two years clinical experience
The Clinical Therapist delivers time-limited, evidence-based psycho-social assessments and treatments to adults with Tier-3 mental disorders and Substance Use Disorders

Job Summary

  • The Clinical Therapist delivers time-limited, evidence-based psycho-social assessments and treatments to adults with Tier-3 mental disorders and Substance Use Disorders.
  • Successful candidates will join a multi-disciplinary team operating within a Stepped Care framework guided by disorder-based clinical care pathways.
  • The position offers a permanent part-time role with competitive hourly compensation ranging from $42.21 to $58.30 and access to a defined benefit pension plan.

Matching Summary

The Clinical Therapist delivers time-limited, evidence-based psycho-social assessments and treatments to adults with Tier-3 mental disorders and Substance Use Disorders.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in clinical health discipline
  • Current provincial regulatory registration
  • Minimum two years clinical experience
  • Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria
  • Skills in cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Crisis intervention and risk assessment

Nice-to-have

  • French language competency
  • Experience with family-sensitive services
  • Ability to work independently
  • Understanding of harm reduction principles

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Nursing, or OT
  • Registration with relevant provincial regulatory body
  • Two years related clinical experience required
  • DSM-5 classification knowledge
  • CBT and psycho-educational group skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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