Family Health Teams (FHT’s) use a patient-centered approach to primary health care that brings together physicians and other health-care professionals to co-ordinate the highest possible quality of care for patients – when they need it, as close to home as possible. FHTs are a key component of Ontario’s health-care plan to reduce wait times, improve access to doctors and nurses, and keep Ontarians healthy.
ADDICTION & MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST – PART TIME (.6 FTE)
The Dufferin Area Family Health Team is seeking an Addiction & Mental Health Therapist (22.5 hours per week) to join our dynamic, innovative, compassionate team dedicated to supporting, empowering, and collaborating with patients for improved health and well-being. This hybrid position will be in Dufferin-Caledon, specifically Orangeville.
We are looking for someone to join our team who is…
- Seeking an opportunity to develop professionally in a progressive, collaborative, and highly engaged multi-disciplinary health team
- Proficient in providing addiction focused therapy with youth (16+) and/or adults struggling with or questioning their substance use, as well as individuals impacted by a family member’s substance use
- Knowledgeable about trauma-informed care, risk assessment, harm reduction, and crisis intervention
- Trained in evidence-based psychotherapy approaches, such as CBT, DBT, or MI
- Creative, innovative, and experienced in co-facilitating groups or psychoeducation workshops
- Flexible, dedicated to working collaboratively, and committed to a strength-based perspective
- Respectful of diversity, including race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, and gender identity
Experience needed to be considered…
- MSW, MA or MEd (Counselling Psychology)
- 2+ years providing psychotherapy in community or healthcare services, with specific experience in addiction counselling/therapy and assessment (Required)
- Membership in good standing with OCSWSSW or CRPO
- Strong engagement, assessment, and psychotherapy/counselling skills
- Experience in risk assessment and crisis intervention
- Knowledge of local mental health and community services, the Mental Health Act, and PHIPPA
- Proof of Covid 19 immunization and Criminal Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening
Why join the DAFHT …
- HOOPP Pension Plan
- Extended health care benefits including health, dental, vision & critical Illness insurance, EFAP program
- Support for continuing education and professional membership fees
- Organizational commitment to work-life balance, including flexible work hours
- Excellent team/organizational environment
- Mileage compensation
- Salary is commensurate with the Ministry of Health compensation grid
If this opportunity interests you, please submit a cover letter and your resume to: m.tegart@dafht.ca by March 17, 2023
Come join our team – as together we aim to provide quality health care in a great community!
Deadline for applications:
March 17, 2023