• At Providence Therapy, we care for our team! We provide a beautifully equipped office space conveniently located near public transit. You will benefit from ongoing mentorship and training opportunities led by our experienced Consultants and Trainers specializing in EMDR, OEI, and other trauma-focused models of care. Our clinic is committed to supporting your professional growth through access to advanced technology such as Neurotherapy devices, VR sets, HTV, photobiomodulation treatments, and other resources that facilitate your therapeutic work. Feel inspired by growth-minded clinicians who love to learn and grow in our skills as a team.
• In addition, you'll have the option to participate in Providence Therapy's established marketing strategies to help maintain your preferred client load and access to supportive administrative support staff and reception to take the load off the day-to-day operations that can be stressful in solo practice. Our clinic is always striving to grow and develop effective policies and processes so you can build a successful career in a nurturing environment. Grounded in core values like Curiosity, Kindness, Generosity, Collaboration and Competency, we strive to create a trusting and positive workplace for both our team and our clients.

What We Offer:

As an Associate at Providence Therapy, you will receive:

• Client Referrals: Regular client referrals with tracking and management support.
• Professional Support: Monthly group consultations, one-on-one consultations as needed, Formal OEI and EMDR consultation hours with certified consultants & trainers.
• Training and Education: Unique training opportunities and access to educational resources.
• Team Development: Regular team-building activities, annual retreats, and social functions.
• Modern Facilities: Access to beautifully decorated, fully furnished offices, expressive arts therapy rooms, and a comfortable waiting area with amenities like Wi-Fi.
• Additional Amenities: On-site bike storage, day lockers, showers, and gym facilities.
• Client Amenities: Complimentary teas, lattes, espresso, and assorted beverages for your clients.
• Administrative Support: Reception services and efficient administrative processes.
• Marketing and Advertising: Paid marketing initiatives, including website inclusion, Google ads, blogs, video podcasts, headshots and branding photos, social media campaigns, and other marketing opportunities.
• Professional Resources: Professional headshots, customized business cards, and a personalized company email address.
• Streamlined Practice Management: Access to Privacy-compliant Jane Practice Management for scheduling, charting, payment tracking and other technical support applications to support team engagement, organization and more.
• Flexible Schedule Options: Options for days, evenings, and weekends to fit your lifestyle.
• Competitive Compensation: Split fee compensation and career advancement opportunities.
• Extended Medical and Dental Coverage: Comprehensive benefits package available.
• Therapeutic Pets: Enjoy regular doggie snuggles from our team of therapeutic pets!
• Connected Community and Culture Building Activities.

• Formal Trauma-Focused Training: Candidates must be formally trained in a trauma-focused therapeutic modality, such as EMDR, OEI, IFS, AEDP, etc. This includes holding a valid professional license and completing recognized training programs that offer in-person or live interactive sessions (often over several days). Formal training should include theoretical education, case study exploration and supervised practice hours to ensure hands-on experience. Formal training further requires that practitioners demonstrate their competency by passing certain skills assessments or evaluations and maintaining adherence to modality-specific ethical guidelines. Engagement in ongoing education is essential, and formal training may require membership in relevant professional organizations.This qualification contrasts with informal training, where a clinician may have experience with a specific model of care but has been self-taught or developed their skillset through pre-recorded seminars that do not require the same standard of supervised practice and evaluation measures.
• Educational Background: A minimum of a master’s degree in counselling psychology or a related field is required. This academic foundation is essential for providing high-quality therapeutic services to our clients.
• Clinical Experience: Candidates must have at least two years of clinical (client-facing) experience post-master's degree graduation, specifically where training in trauma-focused care was provided. This experience is vital for ensuring that practitioners have the necessary expertise to support clients in their recovery journeys in our trauma-focused clinic.
• Professional Registration: Candidates must be registered with an appropriate affiliated regulating body in British Columbia that is recognized by insurance providers. This registration is crucial for maintaining professional standards and ensuring that practitioners are eligible to provide reimbursable services.These qualifications ensure that our team consists of skilled professionals dedicated to the effective treatment of trauma and committed to nurturing the growth and healing of our clients.

• Independently provide comprehensive clinical services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, progress evaluation, and discharge for clients referred to you.
• Document and report on cases for clinical and administrative case conferencing and management.
• Actively participate in professional development and training.
• Collaborate within a team while demonstrating autonomy in clinical practice.
• Support and motivate clients to achieve their treatment goals.

• Master's degree or higher in Clinical Counselling or Psychology.
• Registration with a relevant professional body.
• Current Professional Liability Insurance.
• Forma Training and experience in trauma processing treatment.
• Passion for client-centered care.
• Eligibility to work in Canada.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to our core values of curiosity, collaboration, kindness, generosity, and diversity of thought.
• Minimum two years of recent related experience post master degree in areas such as depression, anxiety, stress management, and complex trauma.
• Motivated by evidence-based practices.
• Ability to commit to a minimum of 15 client hours per week.
• Proven success in establishing and maintaining client relationships.
• Professional training in experiential modalities such as EMDR, Art Therapy, Somatic or Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, IFS, Mindfulness-based training, OEI, and expertise in working with Dissociation. Neurofeedback training and Emotion-Focused Therapy or couples training are assets.