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We are currently recruiting for an OSP Assessment Clinician (Punjabi-speaking)

Position: (Punjabi-speaking) Assessment Clinician, Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program (must be Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Occupational Therapist)

Employment: Full-time permanent

Schedule: Days with evening shifts.

FTE: 1.0

Location: CarePoint Health – 2695 North Sheridan Way, Suite 120, Mississauga, ON - CarePoint Health may allow you to work remotely, but may also be required to work at other CarePoint Health sites within Mississauga

Salary: $70,039.86 -$82,400 and a comprehensive benefits package. (Starting salary adjusted to commensurate with experience)

Who we are?

CarePoint Health (CPH) is a primary care hub consisting of a team of 125 community affiliated physicians and allied health professionals aiming to improve the health and wellness of the Mississauga communities.

CPH’s mission is to deliver exceptional, comprehensive, and innovative team-based care to optimize health and well-being for the people we serve. Our goals are to are to increase patient satisfaction, improve provider work life, improve population health, and reduce health care costs.

At CPH we support patients by connecting them to a coordinated, comprehensive team of health care professionals upon whom they can rely on and work with to achieve their personal health goals. The interprofessional team collaboratively delivers holistic care by addressing patients’ physical health, mental health and social determinants of health.

CPH is also the Network Lead Organization for the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) Program in Brampton, Halton and Mississauga. OSP offers adults (18+) in Ontario free, short-term, evidence-based cognitive-behavioural therapy and related services for depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions.

What is this role?

CarePoint Health is seeking a clinician to conduct clinical assessments and service navigation for adults referred to the OSP program. This is an exciting opportunity to join the program which consists of a network of organizations working together to deliver and sustain effective psychotherapy. The successful candidate will be provided with training in OSP assessment and will be part of a broader team supporting clients across the region. This is an ideal role for a candidate with a strong desire to work within a publicly funded mental health program and provide service for a diverse population.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Review mental health referrals and intake measures completed by clients prior to meeting with them for the assessment

· Conduct clinical assessments (e.g., Diagnostic Assessment Research Tool Screener, PHQ-9, GAD-7 and other diagnostic specific assessments) to identify symptoms and main problem descriptors (e.g., social anxiety vs. generalized anxiety symptoms; depressive symptoms vs. posttraumatic stress) experienced by clients and inform individualized treatment plans

· Work with clients to triage them to the most appropriate OSP service

· Provide service navigation for clients when OSP will not meet their needs. This includes warm connections to other services within the region (when possible) and contacting primary care providers to communicate service navigation options.

· Connect with referral sources including Primary Care Physicians when required to support the completion of an assessment

· Provide assessments with the support of interpretation services when required by the client

· Write detailed notes of assessment utilizing a digital health care tool

· Learn about and stay up to date on services available across the region.

· Collaborate with team members at CarePoint Health and across OSP’s network of organizations to ensure the client receives timely and appropriate treatment.

· Participate in training and ongoing education as required.

· Participate in regular clinical consultation and related activities to ensure adherence to provincial program guidelines.

· Maintain accurate and timely documentation and reports in adherence with your Regulatory College and program specific requirements, including collecting relevant data to evaluate client’s needs and make triage decisions..

· Contribute to ongoing program development and program evaluation and implement new practices as required.

· Manager has the right to assign additional responsibilities.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Educational and Credentialing Qualifications

· Registered member in good standing with one of the following five Colleges regulated to perform the Controlled Act of Psychotherapy in Ontario:

· The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers

· The College of Nurses of Ontario

· The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

· The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario

· The College of Psychologists of Ontario

· Masters degree preferred

· Punjabi language proficiency is required.

Clinical Knowledge, Experience and Key Competencies:

· A minimum of 1 year of previous experience in triage and clinical assessment required

· 2-3 years of clinical mental health experience preferred

· Experience in the delivery of CBT is an asset

· Knowledge of and appreciation of evidence-based psychotherapy including familiarity with psychotherapeutic and assessment techniques in order to make eligibility and triage decisions

· Knowledge of CBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD and other evidence-based structured psychotherapies and experience working with people with depression and/or anxiety (including obsessive-compulsive concerns and post-traumatic stress).

· Understanding and knowledge of the distinguishing features of depression, anxiety, and anxiety related conditions, and the etiology and treatment of these disorders.

· Preference for formal CBT training in the structured clinical protocols used in the OSP model (e.g., Mind over Mood, Cognitive Processing Therapy for Posttraumatic Stress, Exposure and Response Prevention, Prolonged Exposure for Posttraumatic Stress)

· Knowledge of the relevant sections of legislation, i.e. Mental Health Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act, Regulated Health Professions Act, Health Care Consent Act, and professional standards to ensure compliance and consistency in provision of client care.

· Experience with Computer software to generate correspondence and input data for a variety of program-specific tools e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, workload measurement, and electronic health records.

· The ability to work with clients of diverse ethno-racial and cultural backgrounds and proficiency in a second language is considered an asset (e.g. Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Arabic, Polish, Spanish, French, Mandarin) is preferred.

· Experience in service delivery rooted in client-centred care and anti-racist practice is an asset.

· Experience working in primary care, community-based or outpatient setting is an asset.

Other Skills, Competencies and Experience:

· Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and effective oral/written communication skills

· Teamwork skills to maintain strong working relationships, problem solve and resolve conflict with inter-professional staff across the OSP network of organizations.

· Time management, organizational and prioritization skills in order to effectively address multiple tasks/duties and timelines in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

· Attention to detail in collecting and reporting client and program information.

· Demonstrated commitment to practice based on inclusion and equity for all persons regardless of age, income, racial and ethnic origins, language, gender, sexual orientation, religion, intellectual ability, and health status.

· A growth mindset with a passion for learning and continuous improvement is required.

· Ability to uphold CarePoint Health values and be an active contributor to a positive, innovative, collaborative, and cooperative work environment.

· A satisfactory and current Criminal Background and Vulnerable Sector Screening required.

· Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Why CarePoint Health?

· Excellent benefits package and pension plan (HOOPP).

· Exciting role in the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy program working within an organizational and regional team

· Professional development days and allowance to support ongoing learning.

· Innovative, collaborative, and supportive team environment.

· Work culture that promotes work-life balance and life-long learning.

· A community of mental health professionals (psychologists and social workers) and other allied health professionals on site.

· Support for professional resources that might be needed.

· Located in Mississauga just off the QEW at Winston Churchill.

At CPH we are developing and implementing a new model of primary care for the future. Being part of CPH means that you will have the opportunity to contribute to building a patient centered, partnership based and innovative model of care.

Are you ready to join an extraordinary team and do the best work of your life?

CarePoint Health offers employees an excellent benefits package and pension plan (HOOPP). Compensation for the role will be aligned with candidate’s skills and experience and within the budget of CPH.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application through Indeed. Please note, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

CarePoint Health is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We value the diverse backgrounds and lived experiences of our community and strive to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous Peoples, Black and other racialized persons, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+. We will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. Applicants need to make their accommodation needs known when contacted.

www.carepointhealth.ca

Pay: $70,039.86-$82,400.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Work from home

Application question(s):

• What is your desired annual salary?
• Are you a registered member in good standing with one of the following five Colleges regulated to perform the Controlled Act of Psychotherapy in Ontario:

· The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers

· The College of Nurses of Ontario

· The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

· The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario

· The College of Psychologists of Ontario

Language:

• Punjabi (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mississauga, ON L5K 2N6