Title: Clinical Therapist – Community Based – Mental Health & Addictions

Company: Nova Scotia Health Authority
Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Job Type: FullTime


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Description:

This job posting is for a Clinical Therapist position at Nova Scotia Health in the Mental Health and Addictions department. The Clinical Therapist will provide assessment, treatment, intervention, and crisis management for clients. They will also participate in quality initiatives, engage in collaborative care, and utilize information technology to support best practices. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in a clinical health-related discipline and current registration with a relevant regulatory body. They should have knowledge of mental health disorders, crisis intervention, and community resources, as well as strong communication and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assessment and planning for clients
  • Treatment and intervention for mental health disorders
  • Crisis management and risk assessment
  • Collaborating with families and utilizing community resources
  • Participating in quality initiatives and utilizing information technology
  • Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in a clinical health-related discipline
  • Current registration with relevant provincial regulatory body
  • Knowledge of DSM-5 criteria for mental health disorders
  • Experience in crisis intervention and risk assessment
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Competencies in other languages, particularly French, are an asset
  • Hours:

    Full-time position with 75 hours bi-weekly, long assignment lasting approximately 24 months.

    Compensation and Benefits:

    Clinical Therapist: $42.21 - $58.30 Hourly

    Clinical Therapist (Developmental): $37.64 - $49.94 Hourly

    Benefits package includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, as well as a defined benefit pension plan for permanent and long assignments.

    Thank you for your interest in this position. Only selected applicants will be contacted. Nova Scotia Health is committed to diversity and encourages all qualified applicants to apply and self-identify.


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