EHN Canada is the nation’s largest private network of industry-leading mental health, trauma, and addiction treatment facilities, each with a passion for providing quality treatment for Canadians. We are committed to both caring for our patients and supporting their loved ones. With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are.

EHN Canada prides themselves on providing both excellent and accessible care to all Canadians. Learn more at ehncanada.com

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Job Description

The Primary Clinician's responsibilities will be to provide individual, group and family therapy, education and ongoing assessment of progress to clients. Case coordination and communication across an inter-professional team is an integral component of the role. Additionally, the clinical counsellor is responsible for communicating with referral agencies, offering support, and guidance to clients and their families.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Competently manages clients with various mental health concerns, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, trauma, and substance use disorders.
• Works therapeutically with diverse client population through group therapy, or other process groups, individual and family therapy and assessment, as required.
• Delivers education sessions to clients, as well as to public audiences and external groups as needed.
• Identifies treatment issues and goals with clients, coordinating across broader clinical teams when appropriate.
• Collaborates in the development, implementation and follow-up of the client care plan and discharge plans (i.e. continuing care plan).
• Completes detailed documentation and charting appropriately. Prepares reports or correspondence in a timely manner.
• Case management of client caseload.
• Participates in regular meetings and consultation meetings of teams – makes recommendations on the basis of the client progress.
• Liaise with referral sources, such as aftercare providers, EAP representative, parole and probation officers, verbally, electronically and/or in writing on a regular basis and documents same.
• Engages in personal professional development, maintains appropriate professional associations, and provides current documentation to the Human Resources Department.
• Act as a supervisor for practicum students and resource for other professionals as assigned
• Participates in EHN committees as assigned (ie: interdisciplinary professional Practice, Ethics, Health & Safety)
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum three -five years of clinical experience
• Professional experience with individuals with concurrent disorders, such as mood and anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, acute stress disorders, BPD, and PTSD
• Master’s degree in regulated health care professionals program preferred
• Current registration with a regulated professional College (i.e.: college of SW, College of Psychotherapists)
• CBT, CPT and DBT certification an asset
• Knowledge of the DSM-V, including Substance Use Disorders
• Previous experience in a residential facility considered an asset

Employee Benefits and Perks:

• Comprehensive benefits package including a yearly allowance of $2,000 for mental health and addiction services, plus $600 for various paramedical services (e.g., massage, physiotherapy)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program through GreenShield Health
• Competitive paid time off, with an extra paid day off for your birthday, offered to eligible employees
• Float Days and Recognized Statutory Holidays, providing additional flexibility and time off for eligible employees
• Access to in-house fitness facilities or discounted gym memberships
• Exclusive discounts through Perkopolis on entertainment, insurance, and more
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth through our Education Support Assistance program
• Supportive relocation opportunities due to our nationwide presence
• Defined Benefit pension plan with up to a 4% employer contribution
• Maternity and parental leave top-up
• Discounts available at Kids & Co. Daycare.

EHN Canada is an employment equity employer. If you should require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources.

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