Clinical Counselor

Registered Clinical Counsellor / Registered Social Worker - Nōmina Operations Inc.

The Nōmina Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) / Registered Social Worker (RSW) (referred to as the Clinical Counsellor (CC) herein) will provide a range of counselling services and supports to clients as part of the Nōmina care network.

The CC will be responsible for direct client practice, including treatment of client’s mental and emotional issues. The CC will provide care in accordance with approved treatment plans and monitor the patient for progress.

The CC will be a positive ambassador for Nōmina Wellness, working to support the development of their direct client practice through active marketing and demonstrate knowledge of the other service programs.

The CC will work with individuals and groups and will help provide community resources for patients. The CC will participate in psychoeducation program improvements and delivery, and will deliver group facilitation.

Responsibilities :

• Direct Client Practice at Nōmina Integrated Health
• Provide direct client practice / one-on-one psychotherapy as part of the individualized treatment plan.
• Participate in other counselling related functions such as intake inquiries, consult calls, community meetings, or case collaborations as required.
• Evaluate clients' needs and develop a treatment plan that includes counselling interventions within a counsellor's training and scope.

Where appropriate, advise clients on community supports or other agencies to promote the client's best treatment outcomes.

• Monitor client progress and adjust their treatment plan as needed.
• Provide reception support to include answering and responding to emails or calls as required.
• Coordinate with other healthcare providers, agencies, and community resources in order to facilitate the client’s best outcomes.
• Create and maintain clinical notes on therapy sessions in a timely manner (within 48 hours of treatment).
• Facilitate / provide group therapy services in small / medium group settings.
• Develop / deliver psychoeducational or other support groups.
• Provide coverage to Nōmina’s Mental Health Walk-in Clinic (WIC) as scheduled.
• Maintain a high ethical standard with respect to client interaction, confidentiality, and team cohesion.
• Attend clinical supervision with Clinical Director, Team Leads, and / or collaborative care team.
• Maintain required certification, liability insurance (min 2 million), and licensure for the counselling position.
• Maintain minimum continuing education as required by regulating body.
• Be familiar with all of Nōmina's services and programs in order to be a positive ambassador and participatory with marketing / networking support to the services provided.
• Participate in team dynamics and development of the collaborative team environment. This includes, but is not limited to, practicum students and other staff.

Clinical Support to Nōmina Operations

• Provide direct client practice / one-on-one psychotherapy to clients as part of their individualized treatment plan.
• Develop / provide group therapy services in small / medium group settings.
• Create and maintain clinical notes on therapy sessions in a timely manner keeping in line with Nōmina best practices.
• Lead and facilitate psychoeducational classes and support with clients as part of the Nōmina program.
• Participate in the development / alterations or modifications of programming related to Nōmina when required, ensuring proactive adherence to best practices in alignment with industry standards.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other community partners in order to facilitate patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with other referral networks and third-party payers as required to support the fiduciary responsibility of care.
• Refer patients to resources like psychiatrists, treatment facilities, or community services when necessary.
• Develop / maintain clinical competencies and knowledge on community of practice standards specific to the program.
• Provide in-person / online aftercare as required. Any online services offered must be completed on an approved site to ensure the requisite security measures.
• Create and maintain clinical notes on therapy sessions in a timely manner (48 hours) keeping in line with Nōmina best practices.
• Be familiar with all of Nōmina's services and programs in order to be a positive ambassador and participatory with marketing / networking support to the services provided.
• Participate in team dynamics and development of the collaborative team environment. This includes, but is not limited to, practicum students and other staff.
• Ensure confidential communication pertaining to all client, employment, and Nōmina business-related matters.

Requirements :

• Must have a Master's in a counselling related discipline.
• Must belong, or be in the process of registering with a regulatory body.
• Ideally 3-5 years of clinical experience.

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Expected hours : 10 40 per week

Education :

Master's Degree (preferred)

Work Location : Hybrid remote in Courtenay, BC V9N 2R6

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