Independent Contractor (Associate) Registered Psychologist/ Social Worker

Specializing in OCD and Trauma; with additional experience in an alternative areas of counselling

Location: In person - Airdrie, AB and Telehealth Practice in Nova Scotia/Alberta
Contract Type: Independent Contract- hours flexible
Application Deadline: Until suitable candidate is found

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About Austin Counselling
At Austin Counselling we strive to create a place where evidence-based treatment meets compassion, warmth, humor, and empathy. We envision a place where people can have a safe space to process difficult and complex emotions. We believe healing comes from action by gaining skills and confidence to overthrow trauma, OCD, anxiety, insomnia, stress, overwhelm, fear, panic, or sadness. It's time for you to move forward with a future of joy, laughter, courage, strength, and wisdom.

Austin Counselling offers a wide range of counselling services to adults and teens (13+), with specialization in anxiety disorders and OCD. At Austin Counselling we evidence-based treatment for trauma through a variety of treatment models, including EMDR and IFS.

We are proud to provide services in Alberta and Nova Scotia.
 

About the Role:
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Psychologist/ Social Worker to join our team on a contract basis, specializing in the treatment of anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD), as well as trauma.

The ideal candidate will also have experience and training in an alternative area of counselling - such as couples counselling, addiction counselling, neurodiverse clients, etc. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base, applying evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help individuals and couples improve their mental health and well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual therapy to clients (13+), using evidence-based treatments such as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Reprocessing, Prolonged Exposure (PE), EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), along with other therapeutic modalities.

• Offer counselling/therapeutic services to one or more of the follow populations, including but not limited to couples, substance abuse/addictions, neurodiverse clients, etc.

• Assess and develop treatment plans in collaboration with clients, considering their unique needs and therapeutic goals.

• Maintain detailed and accurate client records, including assessment reports, treatment plans, and progress notes.

  • OWL Practice Platform

• Participate in good practice supervision to maintain ethical and competent practice, at the discretion of the Associate.

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals as necessary, ensuring an integrated approach to treatment and care.

• Stay up to date with the latest research and best practices in treatment and care.

• Build connections through team building and team community involvement to enhance a collaborative, nurturing, connected working environment.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in psychology or social work (M.A./M.S. in Psychology, MSW).

• Licensed or registered as a Provisional/Registered Psychologist/ Social Worker in Alberta and Nova Scotia*

  • Register with Nova Scotia for telehealth practice, if already registered in Alberta.

• Carry own professional liability insurance that support multi-provisional practice, as well as cyber insurance.

• Specialization and experience in treating OCD/anxiety disorders and Trauma.

• Experience and training in one or more of the follow practice areas: couples, addictions, neurodiverse, trauma.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment.

• Ability to work independently, manage caseloads effectively, and adjust treatment plans as needed.

• Flexibility to manage the diversity and fluidity of private practice.

• Strong computer literacy and technology skills, with experience with platforms such as Owl Practice, Excel, Adobe, etc.

• Empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity for all peoples.
   

Preferred Experience:
Three to five years of experience in the following:

• Experience/Training: Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Reprocessing, Prolonged Exposure (PE), EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS),

• Experience/Training in Trauma models

  • EMDR, ART, IFS, EFT, etc.

• Training and experience in Couples Counselling, with knowledge of effective interventions for relationship dynamics and conflict resolution.

  • Gottman Method, Developmental Model for Couples, etc

• Experience in Addiction Counselling, including working with clients struggling with substance use and behavioral addictions.

  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)

• Experience working with neurodiverse teens and adults, with an understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental conditions.

  • Familiarity with evidence-based tools and practices for neurodiverse individuals, such as social skills training or executive functioning support.
     

Perks of Joining Us:

• Booking platform provided (Owl Practice)

• Office space for in-person services

• Admin Support - direct billing options – Direct billing will be completed by Austin Counselling

• Marketing strategies:

  • Advertised on website, social medica, etc.

  • Psychology Today profile for both Alberta and Nova Scotia.

• Competitive Commission

• Reimbursement of Initial registration costs for Nova Scotia*

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Application Instructions:
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter to Natalya Austin at
natalya@austincounselling.ca. In your CV, please highlight your relevant experience and
explain why you are interested in this contract opportunity.
 

Equal Opportunity:
Austin Counselling is an equal opportunity Private Practice committed to diversity in the private
practice setting. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including
underrepresented groups.

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