Child & Youth Counsellor - CMH-Eating Disorder, FT (J0926-0307)

Job summary

Provide direct care and develop individualized recovery plans for patients and families in the Eating Disorder Day Program. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to conduct psychosocial assessments and engage in evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes.

Job details

Company Bio North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services. What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care – the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care—a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community. North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners. We are proud to be a place where the best people come to learn, grow and innovate. Join North York General to accelerate your career! Position Summary Child & Youth Counsellor, Eating Disorder Day Program You will provide direct care to patients and families recovering from an eating disorder. The CYC in the day program works with the patient and family to support health, wellness and recovery. You will develop and implement a plan of care in collaboration with the child/family and other health care team members. You will maintain clinical competence and knowledge through continuing education and life-long learning. You have superior communication and interpersonal skills, effortlessly connecting with physicians, staff, patients, and families, and display a high degree of professionalism, with the ability to work independently, in small groups, and in a team environment. You demonstrate strong problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills. This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families. On a practical level, you will Provide direct care to patients and families attending the Eating Disorder Day Program Develop and implement a plan of care in collaboration with the child/family and other health care team members; attend meetings, maintain records Act as a role model and mentors CYC colleagues and students As part of the interdisciplinary team, participate in the comprehensive assessment of the adolescent with a focus on psychosocial issues, strengths, and functioning in the context of the family and milieu Collaborate to develop individualized and comprehensive plan of care to achieve mutually agreed upon goals Participate in quality improvement activities as required Engage in evidence based practice and may initiate changes to improve the quality of CYC interventions as appropriate Participate in ongoing professional development Participate in unit/program/Hospital committees as required Qualifications Certified Child & Youth Counsellor Diploma from a recognized community college DBT knowledge and experience Knowledge and experience with FBT for Eating Disorders Baccalaureate degree in related field, preferred O.A.C.Y.C. membership, preferred Broad experience in an acute psychiatric setting, preferred Bilingualism in French/English an asset What We Offer Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Full Time Regular position with 8 hour shifts, Day shifts in the Child Mental Health Department, Eating Disorders at Phillips House (10 Buchan Court). We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca #INDO How To Apply Think you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why: Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered. We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview. Closing Statement At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

What you’ll do

Provide direct care and develop individualized recovery plans for patients and families in the Eating Disorder Day Program. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to conduct psychosocial assessments and engage in evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes.

Requirements

Requires a Certified Child & Youth Counsellor Diploma and knowledge of DBT and FBT for eating disorders. A bachelor's degree and O.A.C.Y.C. membership are preferred, along with experience in acute psychiatric settings.

Benefits

• Benefits • Pension • Vacation

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Care Planning · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Direct Patient Care
• Care Planning
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Family-Based Treatment (FBT)
• Psychosocial Assessment
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Decision Making
• Professionalism
• Mentoring
• Quality Improvement

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Science & Research