ABOUT THE ROLE
The OSP Clinician is responsible for a combination of clinical functions, including administering assessments (intake/triage), providing psychotherapy, and providing interim support to clients. The specific functions will be determined based on the operational needs of the program.
The Clinician will provide services in alignment with the clinical guidelines of the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) Program, supporting clients experiencing depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions. Services may be delivered by various methods, including but not limited to, telephone, virtually, or in person, in both individual and group settings.
Assessments are structured to support decisions regarding participation and psychotherapy treatment within the OSP stepped-care program. Treatment is based on a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) framework and follows specific evidence-based protocols, typically delivered over a series of sessions spanning approximately two to four months for each client.
As part of the OSP Program's measurement-based care approach, the Clinician will administer structured questionnaires to assess clients' quality of life, functioning, and symptoms of anxiety and depression. The Clinician will also maintain accurate client records, monitor client progress, and communicate client concerns or safety issues to the appropriate primary healthcare provider and the CMHA Clinical Consultation Team.
The Clinical Consultation Team (Clinical Psychologists) provides clinical oversight to the OSP program and evaluates clinicians’ fidelity to treatment protocols. To support treatment fidelity and clinical effectiveness, the Clinician is required to adhere to the clinical directives provided by the Clinical Consultation Team.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Conducts assessments, in accordance to OSP
guidelines, for stepped-care triage and to inform individualized treatment
plans.
- Provides treatment following specified Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy (CBT), evidence based protocols.
- Participates in regular Clinical Consultation
meetings with a Clinical Consultant including standardized evaluation of random
and selected session recording(s)
- It is anticipated that the incumbent will
provide services to a minimum of 5-7 clients per day, depending on the
frequency of client contact required of the administered protocol.
- Collaborates with team members in provision of
care.
- Contributes to program development and program
evaluation activities/undertakings.
- Supports departmental training, as needed.
- Maintains an efficient and accurate computerized
client records and statistical information.
- Ensures that any sensitive and confidential
information is maintained in a safe and secure manner.
- Attends and participates in team meetings, as
required.
Health and
Safety
- Follow
all health and safety policies and procedures.
- Report
incidents, hazards, and concerns and assist with investigations as required.
- Work
cooperatively to promote a safe and healthy workplace.
- Comply
with organizational policies, program guidelines, and the Client Safety
Framework.
- Complete
required health and safety training and recommend safety improvements when
identified.
Professionalism
- Regularly
updates professional knowledge through educational events, workshops, and
profession related reading and training.
- Represents HF Care in a positive and
professional way with internal and external stakeholders
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position.
Requirements
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We value diverse paths to expertise. Certifications are helpful but not the only measure of skill. We encourage you to apply if you have the capability, even if your background looks different from what's listed here.
Education and Experiences
- Registered
in the province of Ontario as a registrant in good standing with the
appropriate College and eligible to provide the controlled act of psychotherapy
as either a Registered Social Worker, Registered Occupational Therapist,
Registered Psychotherapist or Registered Nurse.
- Autonomously
registered in one of the above colleges with no required clinical supervision.
- Master’s
degree in health or mental health area required
- Minimum
3 years of experience in the delivery of individual CBT is required.
- Documented
evidence of CBT training with adequate supervision is required.
- Experience
with scheduling and electronic medical record keeping using a clinical management
system is required.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Demonstrated
clinical proficiency in the etiology, classification, and treatment of
depressive and anxiety disorders as well as CBT and its application in mood and
anxiety disorders.
- Demonstrated
clinical proficiency in the science and practices of psychotherapy including a
full range of psychotherapeutic and assessment techniques.
- Results-oriented
work ethic and ability to work independently and undertake tasks needed to
accomplish work objectives and to deliver quality, consistent and timely
results
- Strong
assessment skills to deliver and interpret symptom and outcome measures
- Demonstrated
analytical, interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
- Proven
written and verbal communication skills
- Proven
ability to adapt readily to change
- Models
and promotes core ethical practice, organization’s values, and reflects an
optimistic and positive attitude
- Proficiency
in Cantonese, Mandarin, French/English language skills is considered an asset
- Familiarity
with a Microsoft Office365 applications (Teams, Outlook, etc)
- Experience
using record keeping software and ERMS (Electronic Record Managing System)
Additional Requirement and Working Conditions
- A
valid Canadian driver’s license, a minimum $1,000,000 third party liability
insurance and proof of insurance coverage of personal vehicle
- A
satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening (Police Check) Valid Canadian driver's
licence.
- Office-based
work with day, evening, and weekend hours required based on client scheduling
needs.
- Travel
may be required to off-site locations for events and community stakeholder
engagements.
In keeping with mental health reform, best practices, funding and direction, this position may later require knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions not noted here.
Benefits
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
- Salary of $75,000
- Eligible for Paid Time Off
- 15 wellness days per year (prorated based on start
date)
- Hybrid work
- A mission-driven, culturally inclusive team
where your work directly enables better community care
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Our
Commitment to Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility
HF Care is committed to an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace. We strongly encourage applications from racialized persons, First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Peoples, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, women, persons with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.
Accommodations are available at every stage of
the recruitment, assessment and selection process. If you require accommodation
at any stage of the hiring process, please contact our People & Culture team at people@hfcare.ca to request support.
This position is for an existing vacancy.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be used during the recruitment process to assist with administrative tasks, including resume parsing, candidate matching, and recruitment workflow management. AI is used as a support tool only and does not make hiring decisions. All employment decisions are made by our hiring team.
We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants who participate in an interview will be notified of the hiring decision within the legislated timeframe, in accordance with the Employment Standards Act, 2000.
