About Us:
East Toronto Therapy is a private practice located on the Danforth in Toronto and virtually. At East Toronto Therapy, we value the profound impact that connections have on our overall well-being; our goal is to provide clients with a therapeutic experience that improves the relationships clients have to themselves and others. We provide psychotherapy and sex therapy services to individuals and couples; our work focuses on relationship and sexual health concerns, anxiety, depression, stress management, trauma, life transitions.
Your Opportunity:
Accepting this associate position means joining a growing private practice that provides generalized psychotherapy and specializes in sex and relationship therapy. As an associate therapist, you play an important role on our team and reflect the importance we place on respect, kindness, relationship, vulnerability, commitment to professional growth and ethical practice as well as evidence-based and trauma-informed care. The Associate role involves providing psychotherapy to couples and individuals, actively engaging with clinical and peer supervision, maintaining confidentiality and high ethical standards in practice. Benefits include ongoing clinical supervision, referrals, office space, use of a practice management system (Jane), and the opportunity to grow into a full time caseload if desired. 10-20 hours (flexible) of direct client work per week, over 2-5 days.
Application Process:
Please send your resume and cover letter to stephanie@easttorontotherapy.com . Applications accepted until Thursday, January 16, however interviews will be scheduled as soon as possible for suitable candidates. Two interviews will be conducted for each candidate. We are looking for a candidate to start in February.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted
Qualifications:
- Master's in Social Work, member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
- Professional liability insurance
- Minimum 2 years of experience providing clinical counselling / psychotherapy to clients
- Knowledge of evidence-based clinical interventions; proficiency in EFT, CBT and/or mindfulness and trauma-informed care an asset
- Clinical skills in assessment, formulation, and treatment planning
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and ethical practice
- Experience with or interest in sex therapy and couples therapy
- Completion of EFT Externship (or agreement to complete EFT Externship within 6 months of beginning contract with East Toronto Therapy)
- Experience providing psychotherapy to couples an asset but not required
- Some evening or weekend availability
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Sound judgement, sensitivity, flexibility and initiative for engaging and working with clients and colleagues from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Familiarity with technology and practice management software
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and client intakes
- Deliver continuous clinical counseling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples
- Conduct initial consultations as needed, to help clients determine goodness of fit
- Maintain patient records with a strong commitment to confidentiality
- Ensure compliance with agency requirements, OCSWSSW standards of practice and proficient data recording
Job Types: Part-time, Freelance
Pay: $90.00-$108.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Flexible language requirement:
Education:
- Master's Degree (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M4J 5B9
Application deadline: 2025-01-16
