Clinical Counsellor

2 months ago

Calgary, Canada Edgewood Health Network Inc Full time

EHN Canada is the nation’s largest private network of industry-leading mental health, trauma, and addiction treatment facilities, each with a passion for providing quality treatment for Canadians. We are committed to both caring for our patients and supporting their loved ones. With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are.

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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 patient 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.
- Facilitate 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.
- Completion of discharge summaries & 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 & addictions.
- Master’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 GreenShield Health
- 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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