Addiction Services for York Region
JOB POSTING 2020.12FT
TWO CLINICAL SUPERVISOR POSITONS
Addiction Services for York Region (ASYR) is a charitable, community based counselling organization with its main office located in Aurora, Ontario and providing services in York Region, South Simcoe and some parts of Toronto. ASYR unites to offer hope and promote recovery through outstanding service and innovation. Information about our agency programs can be found at www.asyr.ca . Addiction Services for York Region takes pride in its passion for client service. Each day presents new opportunities to demonstrate leadership and expertise in addictions to the community.
Addiction Services for York Region is seeking two highly motivated and energetic individuals for the position of Clinical Supervisor. One position will be for our North York office (and surrounding area) and the second position will be for our Aurora office (and surrounding area) .
Each of these positions will require someone with excellent clinical experience in a number of different areas such as working with youth and their families, case management, outreach, working with individuals who are precariously housed or homeless, community outreach, working with women who are pregnant and/or have young children, community withdrawal management services, problem gambling, working with adults and quality improvement, among others.
One Clinical Supervisor position will be based in our North York office location, with travel required to our satellite offices, and the second Clinical Supervisor position will be based in our Aurora office location, with travel required to our satellite offices. Each of the incumbents must also be willing to provide clinical supervision in one or more of ASYR’s satellite offices.
These are full-time permanent positions for 35 hours per week, with a minimum of one evening per week and some Saturdays. Ideally, the incumbents will be familiar with and understand the needs of the various communities and neighborhoods we serve.
Clinical Supervisory Responsibilities
Ensures clinical services that are consistent with the agency’s goals and objectives are provided through the supervision of clinical staff.
Provides regular supervision to members of the agency’s clinical team including the periodic evaluation and development of clinical competence of individual staff.
Provides support and direction to clinical staff in their management of agency clients’ complex needs.
Provides generally 1.5 hours of clinical supervision biweekly to each clinical staff on their team
Facilitates or co-facilitates team supervision regularly
Ensures that clinical staff demonstrates the professional standards and ethics appropriate to the delivery of the agency’s services.
Collaborates with the Clinical Leadership Team to provide training and support to clinical staff in the areas of general social work, psychotherapy practice and community addictions treatment.
Collaborates with the Leadership Team in the development, implementation and review of policies, protocols, guidelines and procedures.
Collaborates with the Leadership Team in providing advice and recommendations to the Executive Director.
Supports the Clinical Director and the Quality Improvement (QI) Committee to plan, design, implement and maintain a strong quality improvement culture in the agency
Participates in QI Committee meetings, as requested
Supports the development and tracking of results of QI initiatives
Other duties as assigned
The successful candidate will possess:
Minimum Master's level University Degree in one of the social sciences or a health related discipline and relevant work experience
Minimum 5 years of clinical experience providing direct services to individuals
Minimum 2 years of clinical supervisory experience; 3-5 years, an asset
Membership in good standing and with no restrictions in an appropriate regulatory college under the Regulated Health Professionals Act. (ex: College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers)
Solid understanding of and experience with Housing Support Services
Solid understanding of and experience with family systems, including different cultural family systems
Solid experience working in very marginalized communities
Solid experience working with high needs individuals
High awareness and understanding of the needs of various communities
Skills and experience in program development
Significant knowledge and experience working with a range of clients presenting with substance use.
Significant experience working with marginalized populations
Knowledge and proven ability in the following areas:
Participation and provision of leadership: i.e.: exposure to leading other people in various settings, solid experience in providing clinical supervision to other clinicians, strong communication skills, ability to motivate others, dedication to team & agency goals, ability to inspire people, good team builder
Knowledge and understanding of the role of professional staff in a community setting to ensure clinical practice meets professional standards and ethics
Experience in conducting addiction assessment, applying various treatment modalities, including systemic intervention.
Experience in couple and/or family counselling and/or group work, a definite asset.
Coordination of team activities in the area of client service delivery and public education
Promotion of inclusivity across the various levels of a social service agency and/or health service provider
Excellent presentation and public speaking skills
Significant knowledge and understanding of addictions and mental health interventions
Sound knowledge of community resources
Solid understanding of the nature of rural community systems
Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Sound problem solving and decision making skills
Ability to work independently and co-operatively as part of a larger team
Ability to work outside of business hours, as required
Working knowledge of CATALYST/data management systems is an asset.
Successful Police Vulnerable Sector Check ,as per agency policy and procedures
A valid driver’s license and daily access to an insured vehicle
Ability to speak and provide services in both official languages (French and English) a major asset
Please submit your cover letter and an updated résumé by April 16, 2020, to careers@asyr.ca . In the subject line, please indicate JOB POSTING # 2020.12FT - YOUR NAME - CLINICAL SUPERVISOR, NORTH YORK - CLINICAL SUPERVISOR, AURORA.
The process we will undertake to recruit for this role includes:
Initial screening of resumes and covering letters
Those who are successful in moving through the initial screening process, will be asked to participate in a brief telephone interview
Those who are successful in the telephone interview will be asked to attend a face-to-face interview to gain a better understanding of the role, as well as, provide you the opportunity to discuss how your experience fits well with this opportunity.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code. We are committed to integration and maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We are committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation.
ASYR is committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2 persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Applicants who require special accommodation in order to complete their application/interview are encouraged to contact our HR representative of the accommodation measures required which will enable you to be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
WE WELCOME ALL APPLICATIONS, HOWEVER ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED
JOB POSTING 2020.12FT
TWO CLINICAL SUPERVISOR POSITONS
Addiction Services for York Region (ASYR) is a charitable, community based counselling organization with its main office located in Aurora, Ontario and providing services in York Region, South Simcoe and some parts of Toronto. ASYR unites to offer hope and promote recovery through outstanding service and innovation. Information about our agency programs can be found at www.asyr.ca . Addiction Services for York Region takes pride in its passion for client service. Each day presents new opportunities to demonstrate leadership and expertise in addictions to the community.
Addiction Services for York Region is seeking two highly motivated and energetic individuals for the position of Clinical Supervisor. One position will be for our North York office (and surrounding area) and the second position will be for our Aurora office (and surrounding area) .
Each of these positions will require someone with excellent clinical experience in a number of different areas such as working with youth and their families, case management, outreach, working with individuals who are precariously housed or homeless, community outreach, working with women who are pregnant and/or have young children, community withdrawal management services, problem gambling, working with adults and quality improvement, among others.
One Clinical Supervisor position will be based in our North York office location, with travel required to our satellite offices, and the second Clinical Supervisor position will be based in our Aurora office location, with travel required to our satellite offices. Each of the incumbents must also be willing to provide clinical supervision in one or more of ASYR’s satellite offices.
These are full-time permanent positions for 35 hours per week, with a minimum of one evening per week and some Saturdays. Ideally, the incumbents will be familiar with and understand the needs of the various communities and neighborhoods we serve.
Clinical Supervisory Responsibilities
Ensures clinical services that are consistent with the agency’s goals and objectives are provided through the supervision of clinical staff.
Provides regular supervision to members of the agency’s clinical team including the periodic evaluation and development of clinical competence of individual staff.
Provides support and direction to clinical staff in their management of agency clients’ complex needs.
Provides generally 1.5 hours of clinical supervision biweekly to each clinical staff on their team
Facilitates or co-facilitates team supervision regularly
Ensures that clinical staff demonstrates the professional standards and ethics appropriate to the delivery of the agency’s services.
Collaborates with the Clinical Leadership Team to provide training and support to clinical staff in the areas of general social work, psychotherapy practice and community addictions treatment.
Collaborates with the Leadership Team in the development, implementation and review of policies, protocols, guidelines and procedures.
Collaborates with the Leadership Team in providing advice and recommendations to the Executive Director.
Supports the Clinical Director and the Quality Improvement (QI) Committee to plan, design, implement and maintain a strong quality improvement culture in the agency
Participates in QI Committee meetings, as requested
Supports the development and tracking of results of QI initiatives
Other duties as assigned
The successful candidate will possess:
Minimum Master's level University Degree in one of the social sciences or a health related discipline and relevant work experience
Minimum 5 years of clinical experience providing direct services to individuals
Minimum 2 years of clinical supervisory experience; 3-5 years, an asset
Membership in good standing and with no restrictions in an appropriate regulatory college under the Regulated Health Professionals Act. (ex: College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers)
Solid understanding of and experience with Housing Support Services
Solid understanding of and experience with family systems, including different cultural family systems
Solid experience working in very marginalized communities
Solid experience working with high needs individuals
High awareness and understanding of the needs of various communities
Skills and experience in program development
Significant knowledge and experience working with a range of clients presenting with substance use.
Significant experience working with marginalized populations
Knowledge and proven ability in the following areas:
Participation and provision of leadership: i.e.: exposure to leading other people in various settings, solid experience in providing clinical supervision to other clinicians, strong communication skills, ability to motivate others, dedication to team & agency goals, ability to inspire people, good team builder
Knowledge and understanding of the role of professional staff in a community setting to ensure clinical practice meets professional standards and ethics
Experience in conducting addiction assessment, applying various treatment modalities, including systemic intervention.
Experience in couple and/or family counselling and/or group work, a definite asset.
Coordination of team activities in the area of client service delivery and public education
Promotion of inclusivity across the various levels of a social service agency and/or health service provider
Excellent presentation and public speaking skills
Significant knowledge and understanding of addictions and mental health interventions
Sound knowledge of community resources
Solid understanding of the nature of rural community systems
Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Sound problem solving and decision making skills
Ability to work independently and co-operatively as part of a larger team
Ability to work outside of business hours, as required
Working knowledge of CATALYST/data management systems is an asset.
Successful Police Vulnerable Sector Check ,as per agency policy and procedures
A valid driver’s license and daily access to an insured vehicle
Ability to speak and provide services in both official languages (French and English) a major asset
Please submit your cover letter and an updated résumé by April 16, 2020, to careers@asyr.ca . In the subject line, please indicate JOB POSTING # 2020.12FT - YOUR NAME - CLINICAL SUPERVISOR, NORTH YORK - CLINICAL SUPERVISOR, AURORA.
The process we will undertake to recruit for this role includes:
Initial screening of resumes and covering letters
Those who are successful in moving through the initial screening process, will be asked to participate in a brief telephone interview
Those who are successful in the telephone interview will be asked to attend a face-to-face interview to gain a better understanding of the role, as well as, provide you the opportunity to discuss how your experience fits well with this opportunity.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code. We are committed to integration and maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We are committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation.
ASYR is committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2 persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Applicants who require special accommodation in order to complete their application/interview are encouraged to contact our HR representative of the accommodation measures required which will enable you to be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
WE WELCOME ALL APPLICATIONS, HOWEVER ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED
Dalla Lana School of Public Health
The Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto invites applications for the position of Chair in Addiction Policy. This is a joint chair between The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and the Dalla Lana School of Public Health (DLSPH). This appointment will be at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. Candidates must have a University of Toronto academic appointment to be considered. The successful candidate is anticipated to start by June 1, 2020.
We are seeking a senior academic with a strong evidence of teaching and research and policy development in health systems with strong foci on addiction policy and mental health promotion. The candidate is expected to have a PhD or an advanced professional degree (MD/JD) with a Master’s Degree and extensive research and teaching experience. They will have experience in public health and/or health systems research and understand the intersection of policy, practice and scholarship in improving mental health and addictions services. A particular interest in health promotion, addressing health equity and addressing the broader determinants of health is essential. We are seeking an individual with substantial peer-reviewed publications in high impact journals and sustained research funded by peer reviewed agencies. The selected candidate must possess excellent communication skills, and have experience in, enthusiasm for, and an established track record in teaching and mentoring professional and graduate master’s degree students and PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty. The position requires an individual who will promote active academic citizenship and a trans-disciplinary team approach to problem-solving through scientific research, teaching and service to the community, in Canada and globally.
Responsibilities of the Dalla Lana Chair in Addiction Policy include facilitating leading-edge research in addiction policy among scientists at CAMH, academic colleagues in DLSPH and cognate university departments. The research will address addiction policy work encompassing the broad determinants of health, innovative approaches to health promotion and disease prevention, and the quality and cost of improved models of health care. The Chair will also interface with policy research in the area of mental health promotion. The Chair-holder will play a pivotal research role in building strong, collaborative relationships between CAMH and DLSPH at the University of Toronto, as well as with many partners in local research institutes, teaching hospitals and community organizations. The successful candidate will be expected to teach graduate students, supervise students in research MSc/PhD programs and professional programs, and lead innovative programs for continuing education. Also, the Chair is expected to play a key role in the inter-department graduate level Collaborative Specialization in Addiction Studies.
The initial term for the Endowed Chair is a 5-year term with a possibility for renewal. The holder of the Chair will provide an annual report of his/her teaching and research activities to the Dean of the Dalla Lana School of Public Health.
All interested candidates are invited to send their application to Dean Adalsteinn Brown by email to: acadsearch.dlsph@utoronto.ca . Applications should include a letter of application stating your professional experience and goals along with curriculum vitae. Professional references will also be required. If you have any questions about this position, please contact acadsearch.dlsph@utoronto.ca .
Reference letters are not required at the time of submission. Referees of candidates who have made it through the initial screening process will be contacted to provide a reference letter. Please ensure that the names and current contact details of three referees are included in your application package.
Applications will be accepted until April 30, 2020.
For more information on the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, please visit our websites at http://www.dlsph.utoronto.ca/ .
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
The Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto invites applications for the position of Chair in Addiction Policy. This is a joint chair between The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and the Dalla Lana School of Public Health (DLSPH). This appointment will be at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. Candidates must have a University of Toronto academic appointment to be considered. The successful candidate is anticipated to start by June 1, 2020.
We are seeking a senior academic with a strong evidence of teaching and research and policy development in health systems with strong foci on addiction policy and mental health promotion. The candidate is expected to have a PhD or an advanced professional degree (MD/JD) with a Master’s Degree and extensive research and teaching experience. They will have experience in public health and/or health systems research and understand the intersection of policy, practice and scholarship in improving mental health and addictions services. A particular interest in health promotion, addressing health equity and addressing the broader determinants of health is essential. We are seeking an individual with substantial peer-reviewed publications in high impact journals and sustained research funded by peer reviewed agencies. The selected candidate must possess excellent communication skills, and have experience in, enthusiasm for, and an established track record in teaching and mentoring professional and graduate master’s degree students and PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty. The position requires an individual who will promote active academic citizenship and a trans-disciplinary team approach to problem-solving through scientific research, teaching and service to the community, in Canada and globally.
Responsibilities of the Dalla Lana Chair in Addiction Policy include facilitating leading-edge research in addiction policy among scientists at CAMH, academic colleagues in DLSPH and cognate university departments. The research will address addiction policy work encompassing the broad determinants of health, innovative approaches to health promotion and disease prevention, and the quality and cost of improved models of health care. The Chair will also interface with policy research in the area of mental health promotion. The Chair-holder will play a pivotal research role in building strong, collaborative relationships between CAMH and DLSPH at the University of Toronto, as well as with many partners in local research institutes, teaching hospitals and community organizations. The successful candidate will be expected to teach graduate students, supervise students in research MSc/PhD programs and professional programs, and lead innovative programs for continuing education. Also, the Chair is expected to play a key role in the inter-department graduate level Collaborative Specialization in Addiction Studies.
The initial term for the Endowed Chair is a 5-year term with a possibility for renewal. The holder of the Chair will provide an annual report of his/her teaching and research activities to the Dean of the Dalla Lana School of Public Health.
All interested candidates are invited to send their application to Dean Adalsteinn Brown by email to: acadsearch.dlsph@utoronto.ca . Applications should include a letter of application stating your professional experience and goals along with curriculum vitae. Professional references will also be required. If you have any questions about this position, please contact acadsearch.dlsph@utoronto.ca .
Reference letters are not required at the time of submission. Referees of candidates who have made it through the initial screening process will be contacted to provide a reference letter. Please ensure that the names and current contact details of three referees are included in your application package.
Applications will be accepted until April 30, 2020.
For more information on the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, please visit our websites at http://www.dlsph.utoronto.ca/ .
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
