We are looking for qualified therapists to join our team at Acuity

​We are currently seeking licensed Psychologists and Clinical Social Workers to join our growing practice. We are located in Halifax, close to shopping malls and bus routes. Our offices are professionally designed and fully furnished, with free onsite parking for all practitioners and their clients. We have staff to handle client registration, appointment bookings, and daily office needs.
 
What we offer:

• Opportunity to build your caseload toward part-time or full-time hours as an independent practitioner
• Referrals in a professionally designed and elegant office in the Halifax area
• Full administrative and managerial support
• Flexibility to set your own hours
• A dedicated, fully furnished office
• A diverse client population
• Diverse team of professionals offer opportunities for case consultation within a collegial atmosphere
• Intake distribution process tailored to your specialty
• No overhead costs or rental obligations
• Free onsite parking

 
Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in counselling or clinical Psychology and registration with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology (Candidate Registrants are welcome to apply) OR Master’s degree in Social Work and registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers
• Minimum 2 years experience in mental health treatment working with children, adults, or couples
• Liability insurance required

 
Ideal candidate will possess:

• A good working knowledge of EFT, CBT or solution focused therapy models and protocols
• Thorough understanding of the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders is considered an asset
• Demonstrated experience conducting individual or group psychotherapy
• Ability to conduct mental health assessments using DSM classifications
• Basic understanding of Trauma Informed Therapy
• Awareness of local community resources, hospitals and agencies would be an asset
• Commitment to ethics and professionalism
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary mental health team
• Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Clear commitment to client and family centered care
• Competency in other languages an asset

 
Successful Applicants are required to provide proof of liability insurance, criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) and child abuse registry check before signing on and assume any associated costs as a condition of joining the practice.
 
Please submit cover letter and resume to joinus@acuitytherapy.ca.
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Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.