Social Worker, Counselling Therapist

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<p>Social Worker, Counselling Therapist page is loaded</p><h3>Social Worker, Counselling Therapist</h3><p>Apply locations Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada | time type Full time | posted on Posted 5 Days Ago | job requisition id R-20086</p><p>TELUS Health is empowering every person to live their healthiest life. Guided by our vision, we leverage leading-edge technology and focus on the uniqueness of each individual to create the future of health. As a global leader in health and well-being, encompassing physical, mental, and financial health, TELUS Health is improving health outcomes for consumers, patients, healthcare professionals, employers, and employees.</p><p><b>Location:</b> Halifax, Nova Scotia</p><p><b>Position:</b> Permanent Full-time</p><h3>Our team and what we’ll accomplish together</h3><p>As a global leader in health and well-being, TELUS Health is committed to building a healthier and more inclusive future. We partner with the Government of Nova Scotia to offer the Access Wellness program, providing single-session mental health support to Nova Scotia residents aged 18 and above at no cost.</p><h3>What you'll do</h3><p>Reporting to the Clinical Manager, you will provide single-session counselling to the adult population of Nova Scotia through the Access Wellness program. Services will be provided in-person at a TELUS Health office, online via video call, or by telephone.</p><h3>How you will make an impact</h3><ul><li>Provide single-session counselling for various presenting issues</li><li>Offer referrals and support information about other available services</li><li>Manage associated administrative requirements</li></ul><h3>What you bring</h3><ul><li>Master’s Degree in Counselling, Social Work, or Counselling Psychology (mandatory)</li><li>Membership with Nova Scotia College of Social Workers or Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists (mandatory)</li><li>Minimum of three years of post-Master's clinical experience</li><li>Strong assessment skills and ability to work within a single-session model</li><li>Solution-focused approach and ability to set short-term objectives</li><li>Ability to clinically manage high-risk cases</li><li>Ability to articulate and provide resources and support after the consultation</li></ul><h3>Why join TELUS Health</h3><ul><li>Benefits plan that fits your individual and/or family needs, starting from day one</li><li>Four weeks of vacation and two well-being days to support work-life balance</li><li>Paid professional development days and clinical supervision to support growth</li><li>Pension plan to help reach retirement goals</li><li>Work environment that supports diversity and inclusion</li><li>Access to exclusive TELUS advantages</li></ul><h3>About us</h3><p>We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team working daily to innovate and do good. We improve lives through technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create meaningful human outcomes in a digital world.</p><p>TELUS is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.</p><p>Note: As part of the Data Center Security Policy, employment requires passing a Personnel Security Screening. Also, all team members working at a Data Center must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.</p><p>For Quebec candidates: if English knowledge is required, it is because the team member will interact in English with external or internal parties or use English applications/software regularly.</p><p>By applying, you agree that your information will be shared with TELUS Group of Companies’ Talent Acquisition team(s) and/or relevant leaders involved in the selection process.</p><h3>Similar Jobs</h3><h3>Bilingual Social Worker, Counselling Therapist - EAP Counsellor</h3><p>Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia | Position: Full time | Posted: 5 Days Ago</p><p>Joining TELUS Health is more than a job; it’s a career-defining experience. You will work with talented, collaborative teams to improve businesses and lives, building healthier, happier workplaces, and fostering genuine, long-term relationships.</p><p><b>A place to experience more</b></p><p>Receive support and encouragement to push boundaries and deliver impactful solutions. Our culture ensures your ideas are valued and your efforts are rewarded, leveraging world-leading technology, products, clinical services, and passionate team members to revolutionize healthcare access and drive remarkable experiences worldwide.</p><p><b>Talented people who care</b></p><p>Work with a multidisciplinary global team of nearly 10,000 driven members dedicated to creating a healthier future for all.</p><p><b>Work that matters</b></p><p>Make a daily difference in clients’ lives by providing meaningful solutions across 160+ countries, enhancing physical, mental, and financial health and wellbeing through digital innovation and clinical services, focusing on primary and preventative care.</p>
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