Apitipi Child and Family Services-Child and Family Therapist-Matheson
CDSSAB - ES -Cochrane
Full-Time • Cochrane Region
JOB SUMMARY
Apitipi Child & Family Services enhances positive support for children and families through opportunities for empowerment, promotion of growth, healing and well-being for our children and families. Reporting to the Director of Apitipi Child and Family Services, the Child & Family Therapist will be responsible for providing culturally appropriate and holistic care through person-centered assessments, treatment, and therapy to children, youth, families, and groups on both a brief and long-term basis. The Child & Family Therapist will facilitate programming and services to address the identified needs of our children, families, and community.
A complete job description can be requested from hr@apitipi.ca
Qualifications:
- This position requires a master’s degree or equivalent in a mental health discipline (if from outside Ontario, must demonstrate that all registration requirements can be met at time of hiring)
- Registration or be willing to register with the relevant accrediting professional body.
- Minimum 3 years related experience in children’s mental health treatment, including working with children 0 – 18 years of age.
- Possess above-average skills in family/child engagement, assessment, formulation, and treatment.
- Demonstrate knowledge and/or understanding of Indigenous perspectives, First Nations culture and traditional philosophies.
- Good communication, organization, problem solving and team skills.
- Must have a valid Ontario driver’s license and provide a clear drivers abstract.
- Must have access to reliable vehicle.
- Must be available to work outside normal business working hours and weekends when required.
CLOSING DATE: This posting will remain open until the position has been filled.
If you are interested in this challenging but rewarding position, please send your cover letter & resume:
Email: hr@apitipi.ca
Mail: Apitipi Anicinapek Nation c/o Chief June Black
310 Penatuche Road
Matheson, ON
P0K 1N0
Job Expires: 2024-12-01