Careers at St. Joseph's Care Group

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Job Title:

Mental Health Clinician PT BSC

Posted Date:

2/7/2023

Closing Date:

2/14/2023

Education Level:

Masters Degree

Job Description

Mental Health Clinician - Behavioural Sciences Centre (23-0000124)

Bargaining Unit: Non-Union Healthcare Professional
Status: Part Time (0.3 FTE)
Department: Behavioural Sciences Centre
Site: Behavioural Sciences Centre
Shifts: Days
Rate of Pay: $39.80 - $50.72 per hour

Reporting to the Manager - Behavioural Sciences Centre, the EFAP Mental Health Clinician will provide evidence based, short term, client centered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and related approaches to individuals with mild to moderate mental health issues related to obsessive compulsive disorder, health anxiety, panic, phobias, social anxiety, depression and trauma. This role requires a demonstrated appreciation of client-centered strength based care including the importance of accessibility, accountability, best practices and evaluation. It also requires knowledge and/or experience with decision guide processes, brief services including group and individual counselling, motivational interviewing, evidenced based practices, and holistic programming..

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

- Master of Social Work Degree; Master in Counselling; Master in Clinical Psychology
- Current registration with designated college and registered with the College of Psychotherapists
- Documented evidence of formal CBT and CPT training with supervision/clinical consultation is preferred
- Experience providing EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
- Experience supporting clients in group settings (Critical incident stress debriefs, diffusing and grief), as well as experience with addictions, youth, parenting, marital and family counselling
- Knowledge and experience with referral processes and triage, decision guide processes and system navigation, assessing and treating individuals with persistent mental health concerns
- Training and experience in motivational interviewing and solution focused methods, principles in self-management and strengths-based interventions
- Experience/training in a variety of evidence based therapies such as: solution focused therapy, EMDR, CPT, CBT, DBT, and group therapies, ASIST training or equivalent

Skills/Abilities:

- Superior interpersonal communication skills (oral and written) to effectively communicate with colleagues, partners, program managers, and directors
- Demonstrated knowledge of CBT and its application in depression and anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) as well as CPT and its application in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Demonstrated knowledge of the etiology and treatment of depressive and anxiety disorders, as well as OCD and PTSD
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant sections of legislation (e.g., Mental Health Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act, Regulated Health Professions Act, Health Care Consent Act) and professional standards to ensure compliance and consistency in provision of client care
- Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships within an inter-professional team as well as strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills
- Passionate about contributing to positive social change and commitment to anti-oppression and anti-racism
- Understands the importance of providing evidence-based mental health care and measurement-based care and demonstrates a commitment to participating in ongoing consultation and continuing clinical education
- Knowledge and skills in a range of theoretical perspectives, psychosocial rehabilitation principles, self-management and holistic wellness approaches

Assets:
- Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience working with Indigenous people and people of other diverse ethno-racial and cultural backgrounds is considered an asset
- Experience working with 2LGBTQ+ individuals is considered an asset

WHY WORK FOR US?

SJCG cares about "Our People", and we know that a welcoming, caring, and supportive environment creates a positive work place that ensures employees are able to provide the best possible care to our clients.

As a team member, you will be offered:

Competitive and progressive salary and benefit packages

Relocation Assistant (some restrictions apply)

Ongoing professional development and advanced education

Employee wellness initiatives

Opportunities to participate in research and teaching initiatives

Tuition loan program

Employee and family assistance program

Employee recognition program

Employee Discounts

ABOUT ST. JOSEPH'S CARE GROUP

Combining tradition & innovation in responding to the unmet needs of the people of Northwestern Ontario since 1884.

Offers a broad range of programs and services in Rehabilitative Care, Addictions & Mental Health, and Seniors' Health across 8 sites in the City of Thunder Bay.

Over 2,200 staff and growing.

Accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest level awarded by Accreditation Canada.

Designated by the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) as the Best Practice Spotlight Organization.

Uses technology to help overcome challenges to healthcare including the sheer size of Northwestern Ontario to bring care closer to the people we serve.

Northwestern Ontario regional lead for Rehabilitative Care, Behavioural Supports and Palliative Care.

Coupling research with mobilization, our Centre for Applied Health Research (CAHR) supports internal and external staff and clinicians through expertise, project consultation and knowledge translation.

Continues to advance a self-management approach to care, and we are involving our clients more closely in their own care decisions to achieve the health outcomes that are important to them.

To learn more about SJCG, please watch this video.

ABOUT THUNDER BAY, ON

If you enjoy the benefits of work life balance that a smaller centre can offer, with the benefit of working in a large and progressive organization, come join us in the North!
Nestled on the pristine shores of Lake Superior and surrounded by the beauty of nature, Thunder Bay, with a population of 115,000, offers a perfect balance of urban and rural life. With world class sailing, boating, camping, hiking, and cycling in the summer months, and downhill and cross country skiing in the winter, Thunder Bay has something to offer healthy living enthusiasts throughout the year. Affordable housing and a vibrant, culturally diverse community with access to fine dining and the arts, make this community a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Thunder Bay has excellent schools, including publicly funded French language, French immersion, and International Baccalaureate programs, as well as Confederation College and Lakehead University. Thunder Bay is home to the west campus of the Northern Ontario School of Medicine and the newest Law program in Ontario. Thunder Bay also offers innovative opportunities through the Thunder Bay Regional Research Institute.

To learn more Thunder Bay, ON, please visit https://gotothunderbay.ca or watch this video.

RURAL AND NORTHERN IMMIGRATION PILOT (RNIP) PROGRAM

SJCG is an approved Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot program employer. The RNIP is a new community-driven immigration program designed to create a path to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers who want to work and live in Thunder Bay, ON.

To learn more about the RNIP program, please visit https://gotothunderbay.ca/why-thunder-bay/rural-and-northern-immigration-pilot.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

This position shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.

Offers of employment made to external candidates are conditional upon providing proof of COVID-19 vaccination as per the SJCG Immunization Policy IMS-04-005or proof of valid medical exemption, prior to the offered effective date. If proof of vaccination or valid medical exemption is not provided, the offer of employment is rescinded.

May be required to travel within Northwest Region and provide own transportation

St. Joseph's Care Group is committed to providing high quality client-centred care by building a respectful and inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. Individuals who speak a second language including French, Finnish, Italian, Ojibway, Cree, Oji-Cree, etc. are encouraged to apply.

Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

Applications from all qualified individuals are welcome. We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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