At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide advanced assessment and intervention for mental health and addictions clients in urgent care.
- Company: Join Nova Scotia Health, the largest health services provider in Nova Scotia.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly wage, flexible casual hours, and a supportive work-life balance.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in beautiful Nova Scotia with a focus on community and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a diverse and innovative team.
- Qualifications: Master’s degree in a clinical health-related field and two years of relevant clinical experience.
The predicted salary is between 42.21 - 58.3 $ per hour.
Location: Western Zone, Valley Regional Hospital
Department: MHA WZ Urgent Care - VRH
Type of Employment: Casual Relief (3%)
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province.
About the Opportunity:
Reporting to the Manager of Urgent Care Services - Mental Health & Addictions, the Crisis/Urgent Care Clinician provides advanced assessment, intervention, brief follow up and care planning for crisis/urgent care clients across the lifespan, with the goal of stabilization and connection to necessary Mental & Addictions services as required. The majority of consults are from the Emergency Department, but may also come from other services or departments both internal and external to Nova Scotia Health.
About You:
- Master’s Degree in a clinical health-related discipline (Masters in Social Work, Psychology, Masters in Counseling, Masters in Nursing, or Masters in Occupational Therapy)
- Current registration with relevant provincial regulatory body or eligible
- Two (2) years' clinical experience specific to Mental Health & Addictions; preference will be given to applicants with experience in conducting crisis response/urgent care risk assessments and consultation services in Emergency Departments and/or mobile crisis in the community
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
- Experience with or application of DSM
- Demonstrate strong skills in conducting mental status exams, focused on comprehensive assessment, and risk assessments
- Knowledge of legislation and responsibilities related to Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Act (IPTA), Provincial Access Navigations Standards and Policies, Children & Family Services Act, Adult Protection Act and applicable NSH policy & standard
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
- Two (2) years related clinical experience (including assessment and planning, treatment and intervention and discharge planning) is required. If not available, candidates with less than two (2) years’ experience may be considered for the selection process.
Hours: Casual position, no guaranteed hours
Compensation and Benefits:
- Clinical Therapist $42.21 - $58.30 hourly
- $60.34 hourly with 25 years’ service with the employer
- Clinical Therapist (Developmental) $37.64 - $49.94 hourly
- $51.69 hourly with 25 years’ service with the employer
Once You've Applied:
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
Clinical Therapist in Kentville employer: Nova Scotia Health Authority
Nova Scotia Health is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a strong commitment to fostering a collaborative work culture, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities while making a meaningful impact on healthcare services across the province. The diverse and inclusive environment, combined with the chance to work at various sites, ensures that every day brings new challenges and rewards in your career.
Contact Details:
Nova Scotia Health Authority Recruitment Team
