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Trauma-Informed Therapist (position will reopen in Fall 2023)
Therapy Alberta is hiring experienced therapists to provide trauma-informed online therapy with clients throughout Alberta. We are looking for independent contract Psychologists, Social Workers, and Certified Counsellors living in Alberta to work full- or part-time hours. This is your opportunity to join a community of private practice therapists for connection, support, and networking.
About Us
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We are a diverse, inclusive, and conscious team of Alberta therapists with a mission to improve mental health and transform mental health care.
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Our vision is to connect folks in Alberta to high-quality, safe, effective and affirming online mental healthcare - especially rural, oppressed, and marginalized groups. Healing can happen within the individual and in the community - we want to decrease the stigma of mental health and increase acceptance of therapy.
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Our core values of compassion, accessibility, excellence, socially conscious service, and whole person care help us to focus on providing client-centered therapy with dignity and respect.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
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Work conveniently from your home or private office
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Maintain clinical control and work from your approach on your terms with ease
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Flexible schedule (daytimes, evenings, weekends, full- or part-time hours)
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Continue working at your current agency, private practice, or group practice
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We provide company email, Jane video & scheduling, administrative support, billing, and bookkeeping
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We provide the website, marketing support, advertising, and client referrals
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Supportive team environment with bi-weekly group consultations and virtual chat community
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We are a paper-free environment
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Opportunity to serve rural and equity-seeking communities with high quality, specialized care
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Opportunity to facilitate or co-facilitate online group therapy
Our Ideal Therapists
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Provide compassionate and affirming care with empathy and non-judgment
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Support clients to understand what they are experiencing, why, and how to change
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Help clients feel seen, heard, believed, and encouraged
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Are open-minded, accepting, non-judgmental, culturally humble, and inclusive of all folks
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Are experienced in working with a niche population (adults or youth or elders, individuals or couples, families or groups, LGBTQ+ or BIPOC)
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Are comfortable and proficient delivering online services via primarily video, occasionally phone
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Don’t want the hassles of managing a business and administrative duties
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Are a skilled trauma-informed therapist with experience in relational and somatic therapy modalities
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Are keen for professional development and continuing education in online and trauma therapy
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Have excellent time management and communication skills and can work independently
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Are committed to learning and upholding high ethical and professional practice standards
Requirements
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Master’s Degree in Counselling or Clinical Psychology
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Must be registered and in good standing with the College of Alberta Psychologists, Alberta College of Social Workers, or a Certified Canadian Counsellor with CCPA
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Maintain professional liability insurance with cyber coverage
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1+ year clinical therapy experience
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Computer with high-quality webcam and private, quiet working space
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Live in Alberta and agree to provide online therapy only to those living in Alberta
Assets
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Skilled in the treatment of complex trauma and dissociative disorders
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Advanced education and training in trauma-focused and mind-body modalities (EMDR, Sensorimotor, Somatic Experiencing, Hakomi, etc)
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Approved provider for insurance, including NIHB or Medavie (CF, RCMP, VA)
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Willingness to contribute to public education through articles, blogs, and resources
About the Position
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Provide online therapy services as per the guidelines of your regulatory body
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Manage client caseload and files
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Schedule and reschedule client appointments
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Maintain schedule on Jane app
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Maintain clinical competence and engage in external consultation, supervision and continuing education
Commitment
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Asking for a commitment of 10 – 25 hours per week
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Compensation is based on a competitive 70/30% split with therapist openness to sliding scale fees
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Looking for a long-term fit; applications will be accepted until a qualified candidate is found
Start Date: Fall 2023
Contract Length: 12 months with annual renewals
To ensure a good fit before submitting your application:
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Explore this website to understand the team approaches and values
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Email your CV, references, and cover letter outlining your clinical specialties, approaches, and ideal clients
Successful candidates will be required to submit a recent police information check with vulnerable sectors search, proof of active practice permit, and proof of professional liability insurance with cyber-security coverage.