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Together, we do amazing things every day. Imagine a supportive employer, a career that fits your lifestyle, and many learning opportunities. With the Hamilton Family Health Team, you can have all of that, and more. We work hard to create an innovative and diverse workplace that values the contributions of our employees. No matter what your role, working with us is about making a difference every day! As an OSP CBT Therapist, you will provide individual and group protocol-based structured psychotherapy to individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions within their community and the Ontario West region. The OSP CBT Therapist will participate in regular clinical consultation to ensure high quality service delivery and adherence to the OSP Clinical Model. The Hamilton Family Health Team (HFHT) is seeking a temporary (up to 18 months) full-time OSP CBT Therapist 1.0 FTE. The HFHT is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Roles and Responsibilities Provide individual and group protocol-based structured psychotherapy, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and cognitive processing therapy (CPT), in alignment with OSP provincial model to individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions. Actively incorporate anti-racist, anti-oppressive practices and principles in the delivery of client-centered, trauma-informed care at all levels of service. Work collaboratively with clients, family members, referral sources, community partners, and the OSP programs network in the provision of accessible, equitable and inclusive care (e.g. interpretation services, culturally appropriate and relevant care, incorporating anti-racism and decolonizing approaches to care, considering social determinants of health and trauma-informed approaches). Contribute to ongoing program development and program evaluation and implement new practices as required. Qualifications and Skills Masters degree, bachelors degree or, an equivalent graduate diploma that requires completion of a bachelors level program and has the practice of psychotherapy central to its program. Registered member in good standing with one of the five Colleges regulated to perform the Controlled Act of Psychotherapy in Ontario and who are regulated to practice the controlled act of psychotherapy: Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers College of Nurses of Ontario College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario College of Psychologists of Ontario Experience in the provision of mental health and/or addictions treatment (2-3 years preferred), including: Experience utilizing evidence-based CBT treatment models with clients experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and anxiety related conditions. Documented evidence of formal CBT and CPT training with appropriate supervision/clinical consultation preferred. Additional training in cognitive processing therapy (CPT) preferred The science and practice of individual and group-based psychotherapy, Individual and group CBT, CPT and/or other evidence-based psychotherapies for treating clients with depression and/or anxiety (including obsessive-compulsive concerns and post-traumatic stress). Distinguishing features of depression, anxiety, and anxiety related conditions, and the etiology and treatment of these disorders. Comprehensive understanding of a strengths-based, trauma-informed, client-centered framework for mental health/addictions treatment. Motivational interviewing techniques to assess treatment readiness. Intersectionality and social determinants of health related to equitable access to, and participation in mental health care. Anti-racist, anti-oppressive theory and practice principles in mental health/addictions at a client and system-level. Relevant sections of legislation, i.e. Mental Health Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act, Regulated Health Professions Act, Health Care Consent Act, and professional standards to ensure compliance and consistency in provision of client care. Computer software to generate correspondence and input data for a variety program specific tools e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, workload measurement, and electronic health records. Knowledge of teaching techniques to support adult learning. Why join the HFHT? Healthcare of Ontario Pension (HOOPP) Extended health care benefits including health, dental, vision & critical Illness insurance Meaningful, purpose-based work 12 paid Stat holidays and one (1) extra float day Flexible work schedule Ongoing green initiatives Summary Classification: Non-Union Primary Location: Hamilton Employee Class: Full-time(1.0 FTE) Schedule: Monday-Friday; Hybrid Date Available: ASAP This posting is for an existing vacancy. Application Instructions Note: If successful in receiving a job offer with the Hamilton Family Health Team, new hires will be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date as a condition of their employment. If successful candidates are unable to get their COVID-19 vaccination as a result of a medical exemption, they will be required to submit supporting documentation to determine if they are exempt from this requirement. #J-18808-Ljbffr