Clinical Therapist

Clinical Therapist

Job Description

Jewish Addiction Community Services (JACS) Toronto seeks to hire an experienced and qualified individual to oversee counselling for clients who are impacted by addiction and related mental health issues.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing holistic care to clients who seek support from JACS struggling with complex situations.

Responsibilities :

• Conduct ongoing one-on-one counseling sessions for clients identifying with addiction and mental health concerns
• Facilitate or co-facilitate weekly group counseling sessions, either virtually or in-person
• Attend weekly in-person clinical supervision with the clinical team and participate in weekly staff meetings
• Regularly assemble clinical data for reporting purposes
• Assist with outreach efforts as required
• Conduct consultation calls for clients who contact JACS for addictions & mental health concerns

We are seeking a dedicated professional with a robust background in mental health and addiction counselling to join our team.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a comprehensive skill set and experience to excel in providing exceptional care to our clients.

Key qualifications include :

• Three to five years of experience in the field of mental health and addiction counselling
• A Master of Social Work or Master of Counselling Psychology is required
• Extensive experience with treatment surrounding both substance misuse and process addictions
• Experience providing mental health care and support to men, with a thorough understanding of men’s issues related to mental health considered an asset
• Experience working with clients at all levels of the recovery continuum (ex. abstinence, harm reduction)
• Experience with virtual counselling, including individual and group therapy, via Zoom and / or Cliniko, is highly desirable
• Experience with intake management, ensuring timely and efficient intake of clients, including taking calls and conducting initial assessments considered a major asset
• Proficient in proper case note documentation
• Skilled in responding rapidly and effectively to crisis situations
• Knowledge of the Jewish community and its resources considered a significant asset
• Working knowledge of the Orthodox Jewish community considered an asset
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written
• Knowledge of, and experience with, Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with community-based treatment programs and resources specific to addiction is considered an asset
• Availability for weekday and evening work as required

How to apply :

Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please label the email subject line Clinical Therapist Application.

All attachments must each be labeled with the applicant’s full name. In your cover letter, please help us understand why you are the ideal candidate by addressing the following questions :

• What interests you most about this position?
• Based on the qualifications, why are you a strong candidate?
• What excites you about working for JACS?

Deadline to submit applications is Friday, September 6, 2024.

This position offers a competitive salary of $70,000 to $90,000, commensurate with education and experience. Health benefits and paid time off may also be included.

The successful candidate will report to the Interim Clinical Director and will be expected to work regularly at JACS’ office.

Our sincere appreciation to all those expressing interest in this position, however, only those applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.

We will accept applications until the position is filled. No recruiters please.

JACS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We adhere to barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.