Registered Psychotherapist - University Health Network, Toronto

Role Overview

As a Registered Psychotherapist at University Health Network (UHN), you will be an integral member of the Altum Health team in Toronto. This role involves working both independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to provide essential support for clients experiencing psychological issues. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to healthcare jobs in Toronto, making a tangible difference in people's lives.

Your Impact at UHN

In this permanent full-time position, you will play a crucial role in delivering evidence-based psychotherapy and support. Your responsibilities will focus on helping clients recover from psychological issues stemming from workplace injuries, motor vehicle accidents, or other third-party funded services. Your expertise in providing comprehensive treatment plans will be vital to client recovery and return to daily activities.

• Performing psychosocial assessments.
• Providing group and individual psychotherapy for clients who require support for psychological issues arising as a result of injuries/incidents in the workplace, motor vehicle accidents, or through other third-party funded services.
• Implementing an evidenced-based treatment plan/regimen for each client which promotes the return to activities of daily living.
• Monitoring client progress on an ongoing basis, modifying the treatment plan as appropriate, consultation and collaboration with the program psychologist, as required.
• Preparing planning and providing educational sessions within the framework of the cognitive behavioural model.
• Completing required documentation in a timely manner; participating in research, continuing education (students, staff and self) and quality/administrative/marketing activities.
• Performing cross-functional and other duties consistent with the job classification as assigned and/or required.

Qualifications

To excel in this Registered Psychotherapist role at University Health Network, candidates should possess a strong educational background and relevant clinical experience. We are seeking professionals who are committed to high-quality patient care and effective interdisciplinary collaboration. Specific experience in providing structured psychotherapy treatment is required.

• Completion of a Master’s Degree in Health or Social Sciences preferred or at minimum, completion of a Bachelor’s degree program in Health or Social Sciences, with two (2) or more years of practical and related experience.
• Member in good standing of appropriate regulated health professions College (including Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario).
• Additional training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy from a recognized institution and with two (2) or more years of practical and related experiences of practical experience in the use of CBT preferred or practical and related experience in the use of CBT including a period of supervision/mentorship with an experienced clinician.
• Post professional training in group facilitation and group/individual counseling preferred.
• Experience providing psychotherapeutic assessments and structured psychotherapy treatment for individuals presenting with a wide range of mental health conditions.
• Clinical competence to provide structured psychotherapy in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and/or addictions.
• Experience with supporting clients with disabilities/injuries as a result of workplace or auto-related accidents including concussions and chronic pain.
• Experience in providing group and individual psychotherapy required.
• Additional training and experience in other specific interventions preferred (e.g. DBT, ACT, Mindfulness).
• Experience providing services via information and communication technology (e.g. telehealth/telemedicine) preferred.
• Experience with return-to-work plans preferred.
• Training/certification in crisis intervention an asset.
• Experience with case management an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to producing detailed, high-quality assessment and treatment reports and clinical documentation.
• Able to communicate and work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment and willingness to accept clinical direction.
• Strong computer literacy skills.

Benefits at University Health Network

University Health Network offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, programs, and perks designed to support your professional and personal well-being. Joining UHN means becoming part of a leading healthcare organization with a commitment to its employees, making these University Health Network careers highly sought after in Toronto.

• Competitive offer packages.
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service.
• A flexible work environment.
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization.
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.).