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Department: Psychology

Job Title: Psychological Associate (Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Psychologist)

Position Reports To: Clinical Lead, Psychology

ABOUT CLEVELAND CLINIC

As a global, academic medical centre, Cleveland Clinic has provided world class patient care to people from around the world since 1921. Cleveland Clinic Canada, the Canadian location of the Cleveland Clinic, opened in 2006 and is located in downtown Toronto. Our multi-disciplinary team of clinicians provides a variety of medical and wellness services that help prevent disease and improve overall quality of life. To learn more visit www.clevelandclinic.ca.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Working as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team and liaising with community resources providing;

• Comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessments and summary note.s
• Individual and/or couples and family therapy, as part of a preventative health and wellness clinic.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Master's degree (MA, MSW, MScOT, MEd) or Doctoral Degree (PhD/PsyD) from a CPA/APA or other accredited program
• Registration with your respective College to provide the controlled act of psychotherapy
• Registration with the Canadian Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) at the Associate level or higher considered an asset.

Minimum Required Length and Type of Clinical Experience

At least 5 years’ experience working primarily with an adult population (executive population an asset) in various settings where the focus has been on conducting DSM-based diagnostic assessments, report writing, working both independently and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, and liaising with community resources.

Additional Assets

• Completion of CPA/APA or other accredited internships in clinical psychology, clinical social work, or psychotherapy internships or psychotherapy supervision
• Proficiency in assessment, treatment planning and treatment delivery for adults
• Knowledge of DSM and diagnostic formulation
• Knowledge of issues relating to children, youth, and older adults
• Minimum five years post-Master’s experience working as mental health clinicians with individuals (experience working with couples/families and groups an asset)
• Proficiency in treating a wide range of presenting psychosocial issues
• Skilled in a range of therapeutic approaches (e.g., CBT, DBT, IPT, EFT, mindfulness, EMDR, psychodynamic)
• Demonstrated excellence in both written and verbal communication
• Demonstrated skills in team-building and the ability to initiate and model positive change
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and liaise with community resources
• Research and program evaluation skills
• Ability to work with high level of flexibility and independence
• Flexible hours of availability, including some Saturdays

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social screening assessments for an outpatient adult population (primarily executives)
• Assess and screen for stressors and areas of difficulty and make appropriate referral and treatment recommendations accordingly
• Provide single-session therapy/counselling during the assessment, as needed
• Documentation (e.g., progress notes, report/letter writing)
• Communication with inter-disciplinary treatment team and community resources, as needed

OPTIONAL

• Successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in regular meetings which include Psychology Team Meetings, Clinical Education Rounds, All-Staff Meetings, Wellness Department Meetings, as well as Employee Engagement / Team-Building Events

Cleveland Clinic Canada is proud to be in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. Accommodations are available upon request for all aspects of the recruitment process, including the review of job postings. If you require any accommodations, please let us know.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• psychotherapy: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• registration with College of Registered Psychotherapists (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5J 2T3