Clinical Counsellor - Eating Disorder Support

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Position Summary:

The primary function of the Clinical Counsellor is specializing in providing care to adolescents and young adults (ages 12-24) who have been diagnosed with an eating disorder and are working towards their recovery. Patient and family support are key components of care.

The goal of the process is for the counsellor to:

• Assist

  the p

  atient

  to recognize

  the impact of the eating disorder on their development and functioning.

• Help or

  assist

  the person

  and family

  to make a commitment

  to work toward recovery from the disorder

• Provide guidance,

  assistance

  and support to the person’s efforts

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide support to

  Nursing and Support Staff

  when

  designated

  as senior staff on duty.

• Conduct initial patient intake interview.

• Complete patient assessment

  utilizing

  psychosocial history.

• Develop individual treatment plans with

  the

  patient,

  in collaboration with the family, and

  continuing to

  monitor

  adherence to the plan, making changes when necessary.

  This is a collaborative process with the

  treatment team

• Counsel

  the

  patient in individual sessions.

• Plan and conduct conferences with family members

  , community service providers,

  or other persons significant to the patient. 

• F

  acilitat

  e

  assigned

  group

  therapy

  sessions.

• Meet on a regular basis with all members of the multidisciplinary treatment

  team

• Consult with

  clinical content/knowledge experts when

  required

• Deliver lectures and educational presentations to the patient population as scheduled.

• Participate in in-service workshops as assigned.

• Act as a resource person for practicum students and other professionals as assigned.

• Establish safeguards and keep assigned patient treatment files current.

• Administer psychological testing as

  required

• Respond to routine correspondence.

• Perform other clerical and reporting tasks as necessary to facility operation.

• Assign therapeutic duties to patients, in

  coordination

  with the treatment team.

• Develop continuing care plan with patients and refer for

  appropriate

  resources

  as necessary on discharge

• Convene and lead meetings as

  required

• C

  ompletion of discharge summar

  ies & closing the patient file in the EMR.

• Act as liaison to the Health and Safety Committee, when appointed by the Executive Director.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of

  eating disorders.

• Knowledge of CBT: usage of CBT in conjunction with co-occurring mental health issues. 

• Knowledge of DBT: experience in distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation, and mindfulness. 

• Professional experience

  working with concurrent mental health disorders.

• Knowledge of substance use disorders. 

• Experience

  facilitating

  group therapy, lecturing and educational presentations. 

• Combination of education,

  training

  and experience in the field of mental health

  & addiction

  s.

• M

  aster’s degree

  required

  with the ability to provide Psychosocial interventions per the Health Professions Act.

• Updated knowledge of

  process addictions.

• Must

  possess

  superior reading, writing and communication

  skills;

  both verbally and in writing.

• Must be able to understand and follow directions.

• Proficient computer skills.

• Must be willing to give and receive feedback.

Employee Benefits and Perks:

Comprehensive benefits package, including a yearly allowance of $1,500 for mental health and addiction services, as well as $500 per service for various paramedical services, such as massage and physiotherapy

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program through LifeWorks
• Competitive paid time off policies, including a paid day off on your birthday
• Access to in-house fitness facilities where applicable or discounted external gym memberships
• Perks and discounts with Perkopolis – entertainment, home/auto/pet insurance
• Personal and professional development through our Education Support Assistance program
• Nationwide presence allows for supportive relocation opportunities
• Defined Benefit pension through CAAT with up to a 4% employer contribution
• Maternity and parental leave top-up
• Access to discounts at Kids & Co. Daycare

EHN Canada is an employment equity employer. If you should require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources.

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