Job opportunity
Counselling Therapist
Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia ASNS
Are you passionate about supporting Nova Scotians affected by Alzheimer's disease or other dementias? The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia (ASNS) is seeking a new team member to work with our dedicatedPrograms & Services team.
The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia (ASNS)is the leading not-for-profit organization working to improve the quality of life for Nova Scotians affected by Alzheimer's disease or other dementias and to advance the search for the cause and cure. Since 1983,ASNShas provided help for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and their caregivers – and that help comes in many ways. The organization has grown significantly over the past 5 years and presently employs over 40 well-trained, committed, hardworking staff, in the areas of Finance & Operations, Programs & Services, Advocacy & Research, and Philanthropy. We are now seeking a Counselling Therapistto join our team.
Reporting to the Director of Programs and Services, the Counselling Therapist is part of a team responsible for implementing a range of programs and services that provide education and support to persons living with dementia, care partners, and health care professionals.The Counselling Therapist provides compassionate, person-centred counselling to individuals diagnosed with early-stage dementia and their care partners. They support emotional well-being, coping strategies, and relational dynamics through evidence-informed therapeutic approaches. As part of a larger team, the Counselling Therapist will bring their knowledge and experience to this important role. This position is Halifax-based and supports clients across Nova Scotia both in person and virtually.
ASNS offers competitive salaries, a group RRSP plan, a comprehensive benefits package, an annual Education Allowance, an Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Committee initiatives. The annual salary band for this position is $65,000 - $75,000.
ASNS is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all staff, clients, donors, volunteers, and partners are respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people and communities in which we live and serve, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.
We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and/or language minorities. All qualified applicants will be considered and we encourage applicants from diverse communities to self-identify in their cover letter.
Please request any accommodation(s) required to facilitate the recruitment process by contacting human resources at [email protected] and we will do our best to support you. You may provide as much or as little information as you are comfortable sharing. Requests will be handled respectfully and confidentially.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Apply on source site The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia (ASNS)is the leading not-for-profit organization working to improve the quality of life for Nova Scotians affected by Alzheimer's disease or other dementias and to advance the search for the cause and cure. Since 1983,ASNShas provided help for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and their caregivers – and that help comes in many ways. The organization has grown significantly over the past 5 years and presently employs over 40 well-trained, committed, hardworking staff, in the areas of Finance & Operations, Programs & Services, Advocacy & Research, and Philanthropy. We are now seeking a Counselling Therapistto join our team.
Reporting to the Director of Programs and Services, the Counselling Therapist is part of a team responsible for implementing a range of programs and services that provide education and support to persons living with dementia, care partners, and health care professionals.The Counselling Therapist provides compassionate, person-centred counselling to individuals diagnosed with early-stage dementia and their care partners. They support emotional well-being, coping strategies, and relational dynamics through evidence-informed therapeutic approaches. As part of a larger team, the Counselling Therapist will bring their knowledge and experience to this important role. This position is Halifax-based and supports clients across Nova Scotia both in person and virtually.
ASNS offers competitive salaries, a group RRSP plan, a comprehensive benefits package, an annual Education Allowance, an Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Committee initiatives. The annual salary band for this position is $65,000 - $75,000.
ASNS is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all staff, clients, donors, volunteers, and partners are respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people and communities in which we live and serve, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.
We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and/or language minorities. All qualified applicants will be considered and we encourage applicants from diverse communities to self-identify in their cover letter.
Please request any accommodation(s) required to facilitate the recruitment process by contacting human resources at [email protected] and we will do our best to support you. You may provide as much or as little information as you are comfortable sharing. Requests will be handled respectfully and confidentially.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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