CBT Therapist, Ontario Structured Therapy Program (OSP)

Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.

The Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) program aims to increase access to publicly funded, evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and related approaches for Ontarians with depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions ( obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress, panic disorder, agoraphobia, social anxiety, health anxiety etc.). The program is delivered through regional psychotherapy networks as a coordinated provincial program. Each network is comprised of several organizations, including : (1) One Network Lead Organization (NLO) who provides quality and administrative oversight and support for providers in their network to implement / operate OSP, and (2) multiple Service Delivery Sites (SDS) in communities across the region who provide protocol-based CBT treatment to clients, with fidelity to the program model. Ontario Structured Psychotherapy West Region (OSP West) is jointly operated by St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton and St. Joseph’s Health Care London as one NLO (Network Leader Organization)

For this position, the applicant will be employed by Homewood Health, one of the Service Delivery Sites delivering OSP. As a CBT Therapist, you will be an integral part of a collaborative, inter-disciplinary team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients in their community and Ontario West region. You'll provide a combination of treatment planning, clinical case coordination and direct service through both individual and group work for individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and anxiety related conditions. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes, get ready to love it here!

Hours of work : This position may involve providing clinical services in the day, evening and weekends. Hybrid model

What you’ll be doing :

• Providing individual and group protocol-based structured psychotherapy, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and cognitive processing therapy (CPT), in alignment with OSP provincial model to individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions within their community and the Ontario West region
• Actively incorporate anti-racist, anti-oppressive practices and principles in the delivery of client-centered, trauma-informed care at all levels of service
• Working collaboratively with clients, family members, referral sources, community partners, and the OSP program’s network in the provision of accessible, equitable and inclusive care ( interpretation services, culturally appropriate and relevant care, incorporating anti-racism and decolonizing approaches to care, considering social determinants of health and trauma-informed approaches)
• Contributing to ongoing program development and program evaluation and implement new practices as required
• Completion of provincial training requirements within 12-18 months of hiring
• Participation in regular individual and group clinical consultation during and post-training period
• Provide individual and group protocol-based structured psychotherapy, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and cognitive processing therapy (CPT), in alignment with OSP provincial model to individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions
• Actively incorporate anti-racist, anti-oppressive practices and principles in the delivery of client-centered, trauma-informed care at all levels of service.
• Work collaboratively with clients, family members, referral sources, community partners, and the OSP program’s network in the provision of accessible, equitable and inclusive care ( interpretation services, culturally appropriate and relevant care, incorporating anti-racism and decolonizing approaches to care, considering social determinants of health and trauma-informed approaches)
• Contribute to ongoing program development and program evaluation and implement new practices as required
• Completion of provincial training requirements within 12-18 months of hiring.
• Participation in regular individual and group clinical consultation during and post-training period

What we’re looking for :

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Homewood Health Centre requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

Why work with us

Homewood Health is Canada’s largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!

As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. For this reason, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities / expressions.

Join us at Homewood Health and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.

This job posting is for an existing vacant position within the organization.