Clinical Therapist- Borderline Personality Disorder Treatment Program- Mental

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Clinical Therapist- Borderline Personality Disorder Treatment Program- Mental

Location:

Dartmouth, NS

Description:

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 170706 Company: Nova Scotia Health Location: Central Zone, Nova Scotia Hospital Department: MHA CZ Personality Disorder Program Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly PT long-assignment ( 70% FTE) x 1 position(s) Status: NSGEU Healthcare Position Posting Closing Date: 11-Apr-24 Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here. About the Opportunity The Borderline Personality Disorder Treatment Program (BPDTP) is an outpatient, tertiary care program that provides comprehensive and intensive treatment for adults with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). The treatment approach is primarily Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), however also draws on process experiential, mentalization, and interpersonal therapy approaches. Team members contribute to the academic mandate of the Addictions and Mental Health Program through program evaluation, clinical research, teaching, clinical supervision, and consultation to other teams and services within the Addictions and Mental Health Program. We are pleased to announce this long term assignment Clinical Therapist position to the service. Reporting to the Health Service Manager, Specialty Mental Health Services and the Clinical Director, BPDTP the Clinical Therapist will be part of an interdisciplinary team providing adult mental health services in the specialized area of BPD. They will provide direct clinical care by performing therapy both individually and in a group setting. Consultation is an integral part of the program. As such, the Clinical Therapist will be expected to participate in weekly team consultation meetings and individual supervision as required. Debriefing after groups and informal consultation where concerns arise are also considered necessary within the team structure. The Clinical Therapist must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to function both independently and as a member of a health care team. It is an expectation that the Clinical Therapist will act in a professional and ethical manner, following all recognized codes of ethics, standards, legislation, and guidelines relevant to clinical practice and profession. They will convey respect and a solid understanding of subtle and complex diversity and inclusion issues as they relate to specific groups. About You We would love to hear from you, if you have the following: Master’s degree in a clinical health-related discipline (Masters in Social Work, Psychology (Registered, Masters), Masters in Counseling, Masters in Nursing, Masters in Occupational Therapy) Current registration with relevant provincial regulatory body Two years’ related clinical experience required (including biosocial assessment, risk assessment and planning, treatment and intervention and discharge planning) Experience providing comprehensive and specialized treatment to individuals with BPD. Knowledge of and experience with comprehensive Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and/or Mentalization-Based Therapy Programs are particular assets. Knowledge and experience with the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and motivational enhancement Knowledge of and experience providing evidence-based interventions for a range of mental health problems Demonstrated knowledge and skills in crisis intervention, suicide and violence risk assessment/ intervention Ability to advocate for the client and liaise (when required) with families, insurance, or community agencies. Training and experience in group treatment Capacity for dealing with challenging clinical situations Ability to work independently and as an effective member of a team Self-directed in practice and ongoing learning Excellent work record and attendance, and physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing Hours Long Assignment Full-Time (70%) position; 52.5 hours bi-weekly Approximately 12 months Start as soon as possible, with an approximate end date of December 31, 2024. Compensation and Incentives $37.31 - $50.77 Hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position. Preferred candidates must be able to demonstrate proof of primary series of COVID -19 vaccine at time of hire. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify. Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/NovaScotiaHealthAuthority/ https://www.instagram.com/novascotiahealthauthority https://www.linkedin.com/company/nsha/ https://twitter.com/healthns

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