CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER, M.S.W. &/or PSYCHOTHERAPIST

Employer
Dr. Kaffko & Associates
Location
Midtown Toronto
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Job Category
Social Work

ABOUT THE JOB:

We are looking for an experienced, knowledgeable, highly skilled therapist in individual, couple and family therapy, to join our private practice as a contract associate.

This is a part-time psychotherapist position of 2 days per week.  More days may be added to the position as time goes on.  1-2 evenings, at least 1 weekend day & weekday hours are required.  Our beautiful offices are located in Mid-town Toronto, and we also offer Virtual On-Line Therapy that our associates can do remotely.

 

WHAT DR. KAFFKO & ASSOCIATES OFFERS:

We are a collaborative psychotherapy private practice, bringing together extensive, specialized clinical experience in a broad spectrum of emotional, behavioral, and family mental health problems and disorders.   Our strength as a team of therapists is utilizing both science ie- evidence based interventions and empathy.  Diversity and inclusion strengthen our team and services.

We see INDIVIDUALS across the lifespan, experiencing a range of mental health concerns, such as: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Loss & Grief, Low Self Esteem, Stress from Work/Life Balance, & LGBTQ+ Issues- including positive self-identification & integration.

We offer COUPLE THERAPY, including Fertility Counselling, Sex Therapy, Separation Counselling & co-parenting help.

We see CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS & FAMILIES who face struggles with school, peers, family relationships.  Parents, who may find themselves in the Sandwich Generation, between the large needs of their children, the co-parenting  conflicts & the increasing dependency of their elderly parents.

We offer FAMILY MEDIATION involving couples & families.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

  • Strong clinical Experience & Expertise in psycho-social assessment and treatment of individual clients of all ages, with a range of psychological problems; including anxiety disorders, depression, interpersonal difficulties, grief/loss and trauma.
  • Excellent skills in providing evidence-based, processed-oriented psychodynamic models of therapy for both short & long term treatment plans.
  • Proven training & experience in CBT & other cognitive therapies, Couple & Family therapies.
  • Advanced experience & training working with children & adolescents (and their families) with unique & complex needs.
  • Demonstrated experience working with couples similar to the couples who come to our clinic for Couple Enrichment, Conflict Resolution, Communication-Systemic problems in the family, Separation Counselling or Family Mediation.
  • It is an asset, if the candidate has training in Mindfulness Meditation
  • It is an asset, if the candidate has training in Sex Therapy
  • It is an asset, if the candidate has training in Family Mediation
  • Exceptional verbal & writing abilities & can effectively work in a telehealth/virtual care delivery mode.
  • Empathetic, patient, motivating & excel at fostering a trusting relationship with your clients.
  • Ability to write professional clinical reports & letters.
  • Demonstrated commitment to own professional development & ongoing education.
  • Proof of Malpractice Liability Insurance required.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master's degree in Social Work (M.S.W.) or Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology (M.A.) or equivalent.
  • (Current member in good standing) Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers (OCSWSSW) is mandatory
  • Knowledge and competency in maintaining confidentiality of client information according to FIPPA and PHIPA legislation.
  • 5 years or more in practical and clinical counselling experience in the assessment and provision of appropriate psychotherapeutic intervention, with individuals, couples & families, with a variety of conditions that impact overall functional abilities.
  • Ability to work over the phone and web-based videoconferencing, Knowledgeable use of Virtual Counselling software.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

  • Please submit a resume & cover letter describing your goals for your career, strengths regarding the client group you most like working with, professional interests & approaches to treatments.
  • All new hires will be required to obtain a Police Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.
  • We appreciate all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  • Please send all correspondents to  karenkaffko@gmail.com
  • Check out our website www.drkarenkaffko.com