Hiseler, Kelly & Associates
Year 1 Practicum
January to May 2025
Name of Practicum Site, Unit or Program:
Hiseler, Kelly & Associates
www. Hiselerkelly.com
Location:
201 George St N, Suite 304
Peterborough, ON
K9J 3G7
Description of the practicum site and student activities:
Who Are We?
Hiseler, Kelly & Associates is a growing practice of mental health professionals located in the historical Harness Factory heritage building in downtown Peterborough, Ontario. We are committed to providing evidence-based, culturally informed, anti-racist approaches to psychological assessment, individual, couples, family, and group psychotherapy for folks 16+ on a wide variety of mental health concerns. This also includes specialized psychological services for first responders as well as those in conflict with the law.
What We Are Looking For
- Hiseler, Kelly & Associates will be accepting one MSW practicum student for the 2025 Winter Term (January-May)
- Must have demonstrated knowledge and experience working with a broad range of mental health concerns for adults
- Applicants should have a foundational knowledge of CBT, DBT, and stages of trauma therapy
- Willingness to work with traumatic stress symptoms, injuries, and disorders, as well as interest in pursuing greater training in this area as part of professional development
- Willingness to provide psychotherapy to first responders, military, and persons with occupational injuries (WSIB)
- Willingness to provide psychotherapy in person as well as virtually.
- Ability to work within the policies and procedures of Hiseler, Kelly & Associates and uphold the core values of inclusion and diversity of backgrounds and identities
- Willingness to work within a hybrid or remote placement model.
- Previous experience working directly with clients and providing trauma-informed care is preferred
What We Offer
- Practicum students will work under the direct supervision of one of our experienced clinicians holding a Master of Social Work degree from an accredited university.
- Weekly one-on-one supervision to discuss clinical work and professional growth.
- Monthly Group Clinical Case Conference meetings
- Opportunities to observe, as well as be observed, by an interdisciplinary team of skilled Social Workers and Psychologists.
- Opportunities for direct clinical practice with individuals, couples, families, and groups experiencing a range of clinical issues including anxiety, mood disorders, trauma and PTSD, personality disorders, disordered eating, addiction, relationship difficulties, and grief/loss.
- Opportunities to gain experience and skill providing evidence-based treatment approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, Attachment Focused Therapy, as well as approaches for working with couples/families including Emotionally Focused Couples/Family Therapy and The Gottman Method.
- Thorough orientation to Hiseler, Kelly & Associates policies and procedures, online charting and booking software, encrypted video capabilities, and the student role.
- Administrative support for onboarding and all client related matters.
Practicum Requirements:
(Click on all the boxes that apply.)
☐ Immunizations per PHA Guidelines
☐ N95 Respirator/Mask Fitting
☐ Covid Vaccinations
☐ Influenza Vaccination (Flu shot)
☒ Police Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check
☐ Driver’s License
☐ Use of Own Car
☐ Travel by public transportation between home visits, or satellite offices, or community meetings, etc.
☒ Comfort working with the population being served
☒ Comprehensive report writing and documentation
☐ Lived experience/Current member of the community being served
☐ Evening attendance
☐ Weekend attendance
☐ Changing shift attendance
☒ Language (specify in field below)
Other requirements: Fluency in English
Does your practicum require any previous experience?
(If yes, please specify.)
- Previous experience working directly with clients and providing trauma-informed care is preferred
Is this practicum in-person, remote or hybrid?
In-person or hybrid preferred
Options for remote practicum is available
Will this practicum involve direct work or a mix of direct and indirect?
Primarily direct (intakes and provision of psychotherapy with clients), with some indirect practice (readings/research, two case conference presentations)
Number of practicums offered:
1
Field Instructor name and credentials:
Ayla Visser, MSc, MSW, RSW
Do you require a resume? Or resume and cover letter?
Resume and cover letter are required
Accessibility Considerations:
- Will the student have access to a private space for notes or computer use? Yes
- Are there breaks between clients/patients/meetings? Yes
- Is the practicum considered fast-paced? Medium
- Is there a high noise level in the practicum? Low
- Is the site wheelchair accessible? Yes
- What are the physical demands of the practicum? Minimal. Students will be required to greet their clients in the waiting area and escort them to offices. Clinic offices are on a single level.
- Are there any other accessibility considerations that potential applicants with disabilities should be aware of? No.
If you are interested in this practicum, please send a cover letter and resume to miri.ben.dat@utoronto.ca by 4 pm on October 7, 2024. Applications will be forwarded on to the site.