
- Employer
- Brockton and Area Family Health Team
- Location
- Chesley/Durham Ontario
- Salary
- Hourly, $36.66 - $37.88
- Starts
- Closes
- Job Category
- Healthcare Services and Wellness
- Job Type
- Contract
The Brockton and Area Family Health Team (BAFHT)
Is inviting applications for a
Contract Social Worker/Mental Health Therapist
18.75 hours/week for a period of up to 15-months
The successful candidate will work closely with our group of local family physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health providers as part of a dynamic interdisciplinary health care team.
Main Responsibilities
- Provide individual counselling using a range of therapeutic modalities for patients with mild to moderate mental health issues under a brief-therapy model.
- Conduct intake assessments to ensure that patients are being linked to the most appropriate mental health services, considering both internal and external options.
- Work closely with other team members to provide a collaborative approach to patient care.
- Support patients with System Navigation to facilitate access to appropriate health and social services.
- Participate in the planning and implementation of education and treatment group programs.
Position Qualifications
- Bachelor of Social Work or Counselling degree from a recognized program
- Current registration with the OCSWSSW or OACCPP
- Demonstrated skills in assessment, program planning, implementation and evaluation
- Recent primary care or community-based counselling/therapy experience
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
- Experience coordinating patient care using community resources
- Proficiency in the use of computers and information technology
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Preferred: Master of Social Work
The Brockton and Area Family Health Team offers a supportive and challenging work environment, the ability to participate in shaping new directions in health care, and a competitive compensation package.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter to:
Stephanie Pegelo, spegelo@bafht.com