ABOUT AUGURY HEALTHCARE

Augury Healthcare is looking for a Registered Psychotherapist, and a Social Worker (MSW Preferred) to provide services to Durham community members who face multiple barriers to their health and well-being. Our services are designed to prioritize the needs of equity-seeking and underserved communities, including Indigenous, Black, 2SLGBTQI, Newcomers, Seniors, and individuals without a family doctor.
At Augury Healthcare, we work as an interprofessional team, including physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, counselors, dietitians, outreach workers, medical secretaries, and administrative staff. Every client is at the center of our approach to care, and we address their needs through integrated clinical and wellness care and health education.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a member of the Counselling Services Team, the Therapist/Counsellor provides psychotherapy and mental health counseling services to individuals across the lifespan who are experiencing mental and emotional health disorders, relationship issues, and life challenges. This includes working with 2SLGBTQI community members, with a particular focus on areas of gender identity.
The Therapist/Counsellor will be an effective, collaborative team member, working internally with Augury Healthcare’s interdisciplinary team and in partnership with external providers to ensure clients receive holistic, integrated care.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required: Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical and Counselling Psychology, or equivalent Master’s degree
• Registration: In good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
• Experience providing evidence-informed therapeutic counseling interventions (e.g., CBT, DBT, IPT)
• At least one year of experience providing counseling or therapy and conducting assessments
• Experience working with the 2SLGBTQI community, including issues related to gender identity
• Demonstrated competence in biopsychosocial assessments, treatment planning, documentation, and communication with external partners
• Skilled in facilitating therapeutic group sessions addressing a range of topics and client needs
• Knowledge of social determinants of health and their impact on marginalized communities
• Familiarity with Ontario’s health and social support systems and applicable legal frameworks
• Access to a car and valid driver’s license required
• Computer proficiency, including use of EMR systems and Microsoft Office
• Commitment to anti-racist, decolonizing, and anti-oppressive frameworks in practice

• Provide client-centered, evidence-informed psychotherapy and counseling services in a non-judgmental manner
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and collaboratively develop treatment plans with clients and interprofessional team members
• Support implementation of evidence-based psychotherapy and counseling protocols
• Facilitate therapeutic group sessions, providing structured support and guidance in a safe and empathetic environment
• Collaborate and consult within the interprofessional care team and with external service providers in the client’s circle-of-care
• Participate in clinical case conferences, case management functions, and Integrated Care & Experience (ICE) Team initiatives
• Participate in chart reviews, peer review processes, quality improvement plans, and accreditation activities
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of client encounters in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system (PS Suite)
• Demonstrate flexibility to work one evening per week and at any Augury Healthcare location as needed