Social Worker/Clinical Therapist (Live-in Treatment)

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Base pay range

CA$39.71/yr - CA$43.80/yr

Kinark Child and Family Services has a rich 50-year history serving children and youth through a wide range of evidence-based mental health services that include individual, family, and group counselling. We are on a mission to help children and youth with complex needs achieve better life outcomes with a broader vision of a healthy future for Ontario’s children and youth. We have a passionate team of over 700 staff serving more than 9,000 children and youth each year in our three program streams - Community-Based Child and Youth Mental Health, Autism, and Forensic Mental Health.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and other employment perks
• Flexible work arrangement supporting employee work-life balance
• Employer Matching Defined Contribution Pension Plan up to 6%
• Employee Wellness Program
• Extensive Educational and Training Opportunities and Supports
• Supportive work environment with regular Supervision and Feedback
• Renowned Accredited Clinical Programs

We currently have an opportunity for:

Position Title: Clinical Therapist (Live-in Treatment)

Location: Newmarket, ON

Reg/Temp: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Total # of hours per week: 35

# of Positions: 1

Close Date: March 15, 2025

Job Summary:

The Live-In Treatment (LIT) Clinical Therapist is an integral part of a busy,



dynamic and innovative 24/7 clinical treatment program at Kinark Child and Family Services in York Ontario. The LIT operates as a comprehensive Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) treatment program. As a member of an interdisciplinary team, the LIT Clinical Therapist will coordinate care and provide direct psychotherapeutic intervention (DBT-based) to youth and their families. They will support the ongoing development and implementation of DBT treatment and intervention within the LIT program. The Clinical Therapist will be responsible for completing comprehensive clinical assessments and formulating and developing individualized treatment plans prior to the youth entering LIT. They will provide individual, family, and/or group therapy to high risk and complex children, youth, and families within Live-In Treatment Milieu and office-based, as well as community-based settings, as required.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support in assessing eligibility of client’s needs and presentation with Live-In-Treatment program.
• Complete an initial comprehensive assessment,
  
  
  
  considering the multiple layers and interacting mental health issues.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop safety plans.
• Complete a comprehensive formulation and treatment plan as a foundation for treatment.
• Provide evidenced-based interventions to both youth and families.
• Modify treatment activities and approaches as needed.
• Provide support, direct coaching, and feedback to members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Ensure that all required documentation is in compliance with MCCSS licensing timelines.
• Collaborate with other members of the treatment team.

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in a Health-Related Discipline with training in the controlled act of Psychotherapy.
• Must be registered and in good standing with a Regulatory College.
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience working in a mental health setting.
• Excellent clinical assessment, formulation and treatment planning skills.
• Significant experience delivering full model DBT is strongly preferred.
• At minimum, some training and experience in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
• Experience with providing a broad range of clinical services.
• Demonstrated expertise in family therapy, and advanced group skills.
• Leadership experience is a strong asset.
• Computer competency is required for this position.
• Travel is required for this position; the successful candidate must have a valid Ontario driver’s license.

Kinark Child and Family Services conditions of employment include successful Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Kinark Child and Family Services values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.