Work Focused Psychotherapist

Position Summary
Homewood Health is looking for therapists able to provide work focused cognitive behavioral and other psychotherapy treatment for employees who have left work and are in receipt of short-term and long-term disability. The ideal candidate will have a strong mental health background and experience in providing psychotherapy particularly CBT. Candidates should consider themselves functionally focused; believe in the value of work and share a view that work is compatible with less than perfect health.

We are currently looking to hire therapists across Canada to work with clients in their geographical area. This is an independent contractor role and does not guarantee any specific number of referrals or hours.

What youll be doing
Conduct weekly one-on-one therapy sessions following the standardized procedures
Build an understanding of the factors influencing client recovery
Identify medical and non-medical issues that are contributing to a clients decreased work capacity
Improve the clients ability to manage issues causing decreased work capacity
Provide treatment to assist and support the client to resume work function
Use behavioral activation strategies along with CBT Motivational Interviewing and problem-solving oriented therapies directed at improving clients functioning to optimize participation and performance in life and work
Communicate regularly with Homewood Health clinical staff via standardized reporting and weekly written documentation

What were looking for
A minimum of a Masters degree in Social Work Psychology or related field
Registration and authorization to practice Psychotherapy in your province of practice
3 to 5 years or more of return to work focused clinical counselling experience
Proficiency and experience using CBT techniques
Experience in RTW counseling for clients on short-term/ long-term disability and/or WorkSafeBC claims. This should include RTW facilitation and/or work focused treatment
Professional liability insurance coverage of $or as otherwise determined by Homewood Health
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
Written and verbal French language fluency is an asset
Ability to use Microsoft Office (Word Outlook)

Why work with us
We are driven by our values and are passionate about improving lives. We offer competitive wages and professional development opportunities along with opportunities to engage with a community of clinicians from a variety of professional backgrounds across Canada who are part of our community of practice. Join us and work along-side highly motivated people who are collaborative and focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers.


Employment Equity & Closing Statement
Join us at Homewood Health and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier more productive and fulfilling lives.

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