Current jobs related to Mental Health Therapist for Youth and Families - Halifax, Nova Scotia - IWK Health Centre


  • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada pt Health Full time

    Mental Health Therapist OpportunityLifemark Health Group is seeking a skilled Mental Health Therapist to join our team. As a Mental Health Therapist, you will provide counselling services to clients referred privately, by employers, by various insurance companies, and other third-party organizations to address psychosocial problems related to injury, trauma,...

  • Social Worker

    4 weeks ago


    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Clinical Social Worker to join our Community Mental Health team in Halifax, Nova Scotia. As a key member of our interdisciplinary treatment team, you will work closely with children, youth, and families to deliver evidence-based interventions and promote positive outcomes.Key...


  • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Social Worker to join our Community Mental Health team at the IWK Health Centre. As a key member of our interdisciplinary treatment team, you will work closely with children, youth, and families to deliver evidence-based interventions and support their mental health and well-being.Key...


  • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada pt Health Full time

    Mental Health Therapist Position:We are seeking a skilled Registered Counselling Therapist to join our team of mental health professionals at pt Health.About the Role:Provide counselling services to clients referred privately, by employers, and insurance companies to address psychosocial problems related to injury, trauma, and mental illness.Adept a...

  • Youth Care Worker II

    4 weeks ago


    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    The OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Youth Care Worker II to join our interdisciplinary care team in the Halifax Community Mental Health and Addictions program. As a member of our team, you will provide quality emotional and physical care to child/youth and their families, extending therapeutic support into community...


  • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Lifemark Full time

    Mental Health Therapist OpportunityLifemark Health Group is seeking a skilled Mental Health Therapist to join our team. As a Registered Counselling Therapist, you will provide counselling services to clients addressing psychosocial problems related to injury, trauma, and mental illness.Key Responsibilities:Provide goal-focused, therapeutic approaches for...


  • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    About the OpportunityThe Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a Clinical Therapist to join their team in Mental Health and Addictions. As a Clinical Therapist, you will provide assessment and planning, treatment and intervention, and crisis management for clients. You will be a member of the Adult Service team and will report to the Manager.Key...

  • Social Worker

    4 weeks ago


    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada IWK Health Centre Full time

    The OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Social Worker to join our Community Mental Health team at IWK Health Centre. As a member of our interdisciplinary team, you will work closely with children, youth, and families to provide evidence-based interventions and support.Reporting to the Manager of Community Mental Health, you will work...

  • Social Worker

    4 weeks ago


    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada IWK Health Centre Full time

    The OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Social Worker to join our Community Mental Health team at IWK Health Centre. As a member of our interdisciplinary team, you will work closely with children, youth, and families to provide evidence-based interventions and support.Reporting to the Manager of Community Mental Health, you will work...


  • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Clinical Therapist to join our team at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. As a member of the Adult Service team in Mental Health and Addictions, you will provide assessment and planning, treatment and intervention, and crisis management for clients.About the RoleThe ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in a clinical...

  • Recreation Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Recreation Therapist to join our multidisciplinary rehab team at IWK Health. As a Recreation Therapist, you will work with children, youth, and their families to promote leisure lifestyle development and enhance participation in their home and community.Key ResponsibilitiesAssess recreational and leisure...


  • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Lifemark Full time

    Lifemark Health Group is a dynamic organization dedicated to delivering innovative mental health services. We are seeking a highly skilled Registered Counselling Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team in Halifax, NS.Estimated Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 per yearThis role offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse adult population and contribute...

  • Social Worker

    4 weeks ago


    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Social Worker to join our Community Mental Health team. As a member of our interdisciplinary team, you will work closely with children, youth, and families to provide evidence-based interventions and support. Your expertise in individual and family therapy, as well as group interventions,...

  • Social Worker

    4 weeks ago


    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Social Worker to join our Community Mental Health team. As a member of our interdisciplinary team, you will work closely with children, youth, and families to provide evidence-based interventions and support. Your expertise in individual and family therapy, as well as group interventions,...


  • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team in the Ambulatory Medical Care department. As an Occupational Therapist, you will work with children and adolescents with rheumatology conditions to help them achieve their goals and improve their daily functioning.Key Responsibilities:Assess and evaluate clients to identify...


  • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team in the Ambulatory Medical Care department. As an Occupational Therapist, you will work with children and adolescents with rheumatology conditions to help them achieve their goals and improve their daily functioning.Key Responsibilities:Assess and evaluate clients to identify...

  • Counselling Therapist

    3 weeks ago


    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Lifemark Full time

    Mental Health Specialist OpportunityLifemark Health Group is seeking a skilled Counselling Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team in Halifax, NS.Key Responsibilities:Provide counselling services to clients addressing psychosocial problems related to injury, trauma, and mental illness.Adopt a goal-focused, therapeutic approach for alleviating distress...

  • Youth Care Specialist

    3 weeks ago


    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    The RoleWe are seeking a skilled Youth Care Specialist to join our interdisciplinary care team. As a member of our team, you will collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care to children and youth in community settings.Under the direction of a regulated health professional, you will provide emotional and physical support to children...

  • Counselling Therapist

    3 weeks ago


    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Lifemark Full time

    Mental Health Specialist - Counselling TherapistLocation: Halifax, NSCompensation models include Salary and Fee for ServiceAre you a passionate Counselling Therapist looking to be part of a supportive, collaborative community to implement our bold vision to optimize the benefit of integrated health services, including stepped-care mental health, to diverse...


  • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    About the OpportunityThe Adolescent Intensive Services (AIS) at IWK Health is a respected treatment program for adolescents with substance use and mental health disorders. We are seeking a highly skilled Recreation Therapy Associate to join our interdisciplinary team. The successful candidate will provide mental health and addiction services to adolescents...

Mental Health Therapist for Youth and Families

2 months ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada IWK Health Centre Full time
About the Opportunity

The IWK Health Centre is seeking a highly skilled Clinical Psychologist to join our team in the Adolescent Intensive Services (AIS) Program. As a Clinical Psychologist, you will work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive mental health services to children and adolescents.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct psychological assessments and develop treatment plans for youth and families
  • Provide evidence-based mental health treatment, including group, family, and individual therapy
  • Supervise and consult with other staff members and community service providers
  • Participate in program development, service evaluation, and parent and staff education
  • Collaborate with interprofessional teams to provide comprehensive care
Requirements
  • Ph.D./Psy.D. degree in Clinical Psychology from an accredited university program
  • Completion of an APA or CPA accredited Predoctoral Internship in Psychology
  • Current registration or eligibility to register with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology
  • Minimum 5 years of formal training and clinical experience in child/adolescent mental health
  • Demonstrated experience and skills in assessment and treatment of youth and families with mental health and/or addictions issues
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interprofessional care team
About IWK Health Centre

IWK Health Centre is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We provide tertiary and primary care for children, youth, adults, and families across the Atlantic region. Our team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers, and learners work together to provide high-quality care and support to our patients and families.

What We Offer
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • A comprehensive benefits package
  • A competitive salary and benefits package

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals.