Clinical Psychologist

BERMUDA. PSYCHOLOGIST/ADDICTION COUNSELLOR JOBS

IMS Recruitment’s client operates modern hospitals and community healthcare in Bermuda offering high standards of care from its international workforce. Bermuda is renowned for a high standard of living, outdoor activities, historical towns, beautiful beaches, wonderful climate.

IMS is seeking experienced PSYCHOLOGISTS/ADDICTION COUNSELLORS (full time & casual) to provide individual and group counselling based on the Twelve Core Functions of Addiction Counsellors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducts initial intake and assessment on clients and collaborate with clients on treatment planning
• Provide treatment to persons who have substance use disorders and mental health issues.
• Advocates on behalf of clients with partner agencies and refers clients to other services as required
• Plans and monitors aftercare progress with clients, involving significant others and family members, emphasizing the importance of a recovery program, the self-help community, sponsorship and other community support agencies and resources.
• Liaises with internal and external departments as needed.
• Provides education and training in the area of substance use disorders.
• Manages challenging situations and behaviours.
• Prepares progress reports for various agencies including treatment agencies, the courts and other referral sources.
• Observes collection of urine samples
• Facilitates multiple groups and provides individual counselling based on treatment plan

The offer

On offer are excellent working conditions and financial terms.

• Attractive salary (no income tax)
• Assistance with accommodation for the first 3 months, relocation allowance, subsidised health insurance
• 3 year contracts or casual

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Counselling, Human Services, Psychology or a similar field
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in inpatient/outpatient services for the addicted population.
• Experience working with clients receiving medication assisted treatment.
• Must be eligible for registration with the Allied Health Council and Bermuda Addiction Certification Board as an Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ICADC)
• Demonstrated knowledge of various counselling therapies ( e.g. Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Trauma Informed Care etc .)

If of interest, please send a CV to: camelia@imsrecruitment.com and we will be happy to provide more information and assist.

Your contact:

Camelia Nitu

IMS Recruitment

camelia@imsrecruitment.com