Job Opportunity:
Child & Youth Therapist
About us
At Willow Tree Mind & Wellness we specialize in teaching children and youth Social Emotional Learning skills (SELs), Self-Compassion, and Mindfulness skills to promote Mental Health & Wellness in fun and creative ways! We offer a wide range of programs with a foundation in positive psychology and behavioural science to provide a balanced approach to our therapy sessions. We believe in a holistic, collaberative and individualized approach to therapy and provide specialized programming for children and youth with Autism and ADHD. We know that children learn best through fun, creative and hands on methods of teaching - all of our programming teaches evidence-based concepts through fun and interactive methods!
Are we a good fit for you?
Are you looking to learn and practice in a more holistic, person-centered clinic that incorporates mindfulness and neurodiversity?
Are you interested in furthering your professional development to learn about Natural Developmental Behavioural Interventions (NDBI), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Collaborative Proactive Solutions (CPS) and more?
Are you interested in working with young children (2-6), kids (7-12) and teens (13-16+) in a 1:1, group context or collaboratively with parents?
Are you currently a therapist looking to gain specialized experience working with children and youth with dual diagnosis (Autism, ADHD and mental health challenges).
Are you looking to be a valued member of our supportive and dynamic team, helping our mission to revolutionize Mental Wellness for children & youth?
If so, we want to hear from you!
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors Degree or College Diploma in a social service related field - psychology, social work, child and youth care, ABA, etc.
Minimum 1 year of previous experience working with children and youth in a therapeutic capacity.
Experience facilitating group-based therapy programs under clinical supervision & guidance.
Experience providing 1:1 therapy with children or teens under clinical supervision & guidance.
Ability to receive and apply feedback provided during ongoing clinical supervision.
Experience or willingness to learn how to work with clients with Autism, ADHD, challenging behaviour and mental health challenges (anxiety, low self-esteem, negative thoughts, emotional dysregulation, depression and more).
Compassionate, fun and energetic teaching style!
Passionate about ongoing learning and professional development!
Interested to add to our fun and supportive workplace culture!
Professional liability insurance
Responsibilities
Facilitating group based therapy programs: social skills, early intervention, mindfulness, emotional regulation, anxiety, and more. Under clinical supervision & guidance.
Implementing 1:1 therapeutic programming with children and youth, under clinical supervision & guidance.
Conducting assessments with children and youth, under clinical supervision and guidance.
Support clients (2-16+) experiencing a variety of challenges, learn skills to build mental wellness - and live their best lives!
Lesson planning, preparing session materials, storage and cleanup after sessions.
Completing session notes/logs organized and stored safely.
Basic data collection and progress tracking.
Basic sanitation practices before and after sessions.
Working as a valued team member in collaboration with other staff.
Dedication to ongoing learning and professional development.
Willow Tree Mind & Wellness Inc. values family and work life balance above all else! $25-35$/hr
Part-time
Full-time
If you are interested in applying for this position, send your resume, along with a non-traditional cover letter telling us about yourself, what’s important to you, and why you believe you be be a great addition to our team! Send via Email to: info@willowtree-mindwellness.ca
Looking forward to hearing from you :)