THE POSITION:

We are looking for a full time Registered Psychologist/Registered Clinical Social Worker, based upon a 40-hour work week. Availability and preparedness to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the program when required including evenings and weekends.
The primary role of the RCSW or Registered Psychologist is to provide clinical intervention, consultation and training to the TCBC programs at Hull Services.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• A Master’s degree (at minimum) or a doctoral degree from a relevant university program is required.
• Professional designation as a Registered Clinical Social Worker or Registered Psychologist.
• Registered Social Workers (MSWs) who are in the process of, or planning to commit to fulfilling the requirements for a formal Clinical (RCSW) designation may be considered.
• Provisional psychologists registered with the College of Alberta Psychologists may be considered.
• All applicants must be registered and maintain good standing with a regulating body under the Health Professions Act.
• Certification in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics or willingness to complete certification.
• High professional and ethical standards, working in accordance with ethical codes adopted by relevant professions and endorsed by the Agency.
• 2-3 years of direct clinical experience providing individual, group, and family counselling with children and youth who have complex mental health and behavioural challenges, including associated cognitive, behavioural, and developmental delays/disorders.
• Clinical knowledge and experience facilitating milieu-based therapy, including principles and practices associated with trauma-informed care, behaviour change, and socioemotional skill development.
• Foundational knowledge of developmental theories, including attachment theory, family systems theory, learning theories, and the impact of toxic stress on development.
• Formal training in therapeutic modalities may include but is not limited to CBT/TF-CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Family Therapies (Emotionally Focused Family Therapy, etc.), solution-focused therapy, EMDR, ART, etc.
• Case management skills Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with multi-system and interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong clinical assessment and report writing skills
• Proven ability to facilitate group discussions and deliver effective training sessions.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, problem solving and decision-making skills, as well as cross cultural competence.
• Excellent interpersonal qualities including flexibility, effective communication, positivity, and relationship building skills.
• A strong work ethic and self-motivated.
• Discretion, tact and ability to maintain confidential information.
• Sound clinical judgment and ability to work professionally and independently.
• Knowledge of multidisciplinary frameworks and scopes of practice, including Child and Youth Care Counselling.
• Cross-cultural competence; knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the recommendations, goals and activities of the commission.
• Clear Police Information Check (including Vulnerable Sector Check) and Intervention Record Check.

• Provide assessment, treatment, clinical consultation, case management, education, and appropriate referrals.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate individual treatment plans in collaboration with the Program Director, client, family, and /or case team.
• Complete appropriate assessments and all professional, clinical documents as per CARF standards, agency policies and procedures, assigned program practices, and regulating body requirements.
• Ensure effective communication, operationalization, and follow-through of all treatment directives and research and training initiatives.
• Liaise with families, case workers, program supports, and external professionals to inform clinical decision-making.
• Certification in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics; conduct associated brain-map assessments to inform clinical decision-making and monitor progress.
• Participate in other projects as assigned.
• Provide both internal and external staff training, practicum student training, and clinical training as requested.
• Attend all significant, clinical decision-making meetings as required.
• Maintain a continuous learning mindset and participate in ongoing professional development activities.
• Maintain continuing competence and registration requirements.