Psychotherapist

Job Opportunity

 

Job Summary

• This position is part-time/full-time and requires availability to work evenings 
• Opportunity to work on weekends if interested
• Proficiency in using virtual technology for telehealth sessions
• Ability to treat common behavioural and socio-emotional issues presenting in children, adolescents, and families
• Comfortable with providing individual, group and family therapy
• Provides consultation and recommendations to families, and liaises with referring physicians, Boomerang Health clinicians, school staff and other relevant agencies
• Provides evidence-based therapeutic interventions for childhood anxiety and depression, emotion dysregulation, behavioural difficulties and family conflict
• Provides interventions to enhance coping and reduce distress in referred population
• Actively involved in family education initiatives
• Manages a varied caseload and meets required timelines
• Consults with Team Leader to discuss and explore new initiatives, programs and improvements for department
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• You have a Master’s degree or graduate diploma from recognized training programs of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and you are registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
• You have the ability to collaborate effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team and to take initiative and leadership when appropriate
• You will assume responsibility for all aspects of practice including issues of productivity and utilization
• You practice in a manner that is consistent with the philosophy of continuous quality improvement and evidence-based practice
• You remain abreast of current literature and relevant developments in clinical practice
• You have excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills and have demonstrated your ability to utilize your critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Attention to detail and efficient time management are required
• You demonstrate a belief in life long learning and evidence-based practice

Experience/Skills

• Strong proficiency in evidence-based interventions with children, adolescents, caregivers, and families
• Experience in treating mental health concerns in a paediatric population preferred
• Experience with group therapy for children and adolescents an asset
• Utilizes critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills to interact with children and adults
• Efficient time management and organizational skills required

To Apply

To apply for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to careers@boomeranghealth.com.