Clinical Therapist
7 hours ago
About the Opportunity Reporting to the Manager, Adult Outpatient - Mental Health & Addictions, the Clinical Therapist, as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, is responsible for the delivery of time-limited, evidence-based psycho-social assessments and treatments to adults (19 years and older) with Tier-3 mental disorders and Substance Use Disorders. All services are provided within a Stepped Care framework and practice is guided by disorder-based clinical care pathways. Each clinician participates in a consultation group to ensure collegial support, accountability, and effectiveness of assessments and treatments. It is an expectation that the Clinical Therapist will act in a professional and ethical manner, following all recognized codes of ethics, standards, legislation, and guidelines relevant to clinical practice and profession. They will convey respect and a solid understanding of subtle and complex diversity and inclusion issues as they relate to specific groups.About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Master’s Degree in a clinical health-related discipline (Masters in Social Work, Psychology, Masters in Counseling, Masters in Nursing, or Masters in Occupational Therapy) Current registration with relevant provincial regulatory body or eligible Minimum two years' related experience required including assessment and planning, treatment and intervention, and discharge planning In-depth and critical understanding of the principles of harm reduction, the dynamics of addiction, and evidence-based interventions for the treatment of addiction Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of standard criteria used (DSM-5) for the classification and diagnosis of mental health disorders Demonstrated knowledge and skills in individual/ group cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psycho-educational groups Demonstrated knowledge and skills in crisis intervention, suicide, and violence risk assessment/ intervention Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently with limited supervision and participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team Basic competencies in relation to identifying and treating concurrent mental health and substance use disorders Experience in interviewing, counseling, and teaching health concepts to individuals, families, and groups Demonstrated knowledge and skills in collaborating with families in relation to sharing information, and implementing family-sensitive services that involve families in the care and recovery of people living with mental illness and addiction Travel between various Nova Scotia Health sites required Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Minimum two years of clinical experience required. If not available, candidates with less than two years of experience may be considered for the selection process. If offered employment, they will be placed on the Clinical Therapist (Developmental) scale. Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours Permanent, full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly Compensation and Benefits Clinical Therapist $42.21 - $58.30 Hourly Clinical Therapist (Developmental) $37.64 - $49.93 Hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
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Clinical Therapist
2 weeks ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeClick here to apply as an internal applicant.Req ID:209171Location:WesternZone,Yarmouth Regional HospitalDepartment:MHA WZ Adult YRHType of Employment:PermanentHourly FT(100%) x1CUPE**HealthcarePositionPosting Closing Date:30-Jan-26**Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to...
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Clinical Therapist
2 weeks ago
Yarmouth, NS BA P, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeReq ID: 214793Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional HospitalDepartment: MHA WZ Adult YRHType of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1CUPE Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 27-Jan-26 Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada....
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Clinical Therapist
7 hours ago
Yarmouth, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeClick here to apply as an internal applicant.Req ID: 209171Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital Department: MHA WZ Adult YRHType of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 CUPE Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 30-Jan-26Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized...
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Occupational Therapist
9 hours ago
Yarmouth, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout the Opportunity The Occupational Therapist works under the supervision of the Manager of Rehabilitation Services. The Occupational Therapist (OT) works in collaboration with the client, caregivers and family to facilitate, restore and/or maintain the patient/clients optimal level of function in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure. The OT...
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Respiratory Therapist
9 hours ago
Yarmouth, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout the Opportunity Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the initiation and management of invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation and also acts as an expert of advanced airway management in all areas of the institution. They deliver and manage the administration of oxygen and other compressed gases,...
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Occupational Therapist
7 hours ago
Yarmouth, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeClick here to apply as an internal applicant.Req ID: 191428Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital Department: OPWZ Occupational Therapy YRHType of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 CUPE Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 6-Feb-26Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some...
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Respiratory Therapist
7 hours ago
Yarmouth, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeClick here to apply as an internal applicant.Req ID: 214718Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital Department: OPWZ Respiratory Services YRHType of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 CUPE Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 4-Feb-26Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some...
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Occupational Therapist
1 week ago
Yarmouth, NS BA P, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeReq ID: 191428Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional HospitalDepartment: OPWZ Occupational Therapy YRHType of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1CUPE Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 2-Jan-26Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic...
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Recreation Therapy Associate
10 hours ago
Yarmouth, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout the Opportunity Reporting to the Manager of Rehabilitation Services, and under the supervision of a therapist, the Recreation Therapy Associate is a member of the health care team, providing support to clients and families through the application of recreation intervention to support holistic functioning of clients. Recreation Therapy Associates...
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Locum - Primary Maternity Care (Pmc) - Yarmouth
2 weeks ago
Yarmouth, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeRequisition ID: 45211 Opportunity Type: Locum Estimated Annual Salary: 150,000 - 200,000 Type of Remuneration: Daily Rate Site Visit & Reallocation Allowance Programs: Relocation Program; Site Visit Program **About This Opportunity**: Yarmouth Regional Hospital (YRH) is seeking family physicians to join the family medicine primary maternity care (PMC)...
