Evidence-based mental health and addictions treatment defines this Clinical Therapist position with IWK Health’s Intensive Services in Halifax. The permanent full-time schedule includes weekdays and possible evenings.

Working within an interprofessional team, the therapist provides specialized care for children, youth, and caregivers facing Tier-4 challenges. Responsibilities span assessments, case formulation, treatment planning, discharge planning, and individual, family, and group therapy. The position also supports quality initiatives, student learners, and collaborative person-centered care.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide specialized interventions through outreach and intensive services
- Complete assessments, formulations, and treatment planning
- Deliver evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy




- Conduct discharge planning for mental health services
- Participate in quality initiatives and student support

Requirements:

- Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, nursing, or occupational therapy
- Skilled registration or eligibility with the appropriate regulatory body
- Two years’ experience treating mental health or substance use disorders
- Knowledge of DSM-V diagnostic criteria and CAPA
- Skills in crisis intervention and suicide risk assessment

Apply clinical expertise in addictions treatment, risk assessment, and collaborative therapy while supporting intensive services at IWK Health.

📌 Mental Health Addictions Clinical Therapist (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 IWK Health
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality