Key Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):
Provide Clinical Leadership with a team of staff and students
Ensure the safety, both physical and emotional, of the students
Ensure that the therapeutic goals of transition house program in general and the individual therapeutic plans for the students are realized
Provide individual and family therapy
Develop, document and deliver individual therapeutic treatment plans for students and their families that are consistent with and supportive of the Pine River Institute Clinical Model and the Transition House programs. Adjust these treatment plans over time to ensure they are focused on obtaining the treatment objectives.
Provide clinical and developmental supervision to Youth Counsellors (YCs) regarding students’ needs and their therapeutic treatment plans
Ensure the appropriate, accurate and timely flow of reports and communication with parents and students
Develop and sustain appropriate interpersonal relationships with students, direct reports, peers, supervisors, and community stakeholders to ensure open, constructive, communication critical to the success of the program
On-call rotation
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
Graduate degree in a relevant therapeutic field
Registration with a relevant professional association
Minimum of 5 years of related experience, with at least 3 years in a residential treatment facility and/or wilderness program is preferred
Demonstrated solid ability in providing individual and family therapy
Experience in working with adolescents, addictions and mental health issues
Familiarity with Relational, Systemic, and Experiential approaches to working with youth and their families
Previous experience with treatment planning is essential
Demonstrated track record of working effectively with professional, collaborative groups
Proven ability to make and sustain excellent interpersonal relationships
Strong, flexible and results-driven style
Excellent demonstrated leadership skills
Strong written and verbal communication
Clear certification of Vulnerable Sector Criminal Check is required
Understands the benefit and has experience in outdoor therapeutic programming
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and the opportunity to be part of an exciting and innovative program.
Interested candidates should send resume and cover letters to Jess Bondy, Human Resources Manager, hr@pineriverinstitute.com or by Fax at 519-925-9002 or mail to 606060 River Road Mulmur Ontario, L9v0s9.