Clinical Therapist – Crisis Stabilization Role

IWK Health · dartmouth, ns, Canada

Location
dartmouth
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
July 04, 2026

Job Description

IWK Health is hiring a Clinical Therapist to support urgent care mental health and addiction patients. Your role will focus on providing brief interventions for clients facing immediate crises.

This Clinical Therapist position reports to the Clinical Manager and centers around helping patients who arrive at the emergency department and need brief stabilization. You will perform comprehensive assessments, create and implement treatment plans, and offer supporting interventions until long-term treatment begins. Your expertise will directly impact children and youth struggling with mental health challenges.

Key Responsibilities:
• Assess and evaluate patients entering crisis care
• Formulate effective treatment plans and interventions
• Conduct brief therapeutic sessions for immediate needs
• Oversee bridging appointments for ongoing support
• Collaborate on care with families and professionals

Requirements:
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