Art Therapist (Research Institute)

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!Job DescriptionRESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHCThe Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).Position SummaryInuit Youth Futures is a three-strand intervention project that aims to promote young people’s ability to project themselves into the future. It is geared towards meeting youth where they are at and supporting them in re-engaging with life through individual and community development with the arts. This project combines: 1) establishing an Art Studio for youth to engage with the arts, 2) collaborating with emerging Inuit artists to guide and inspire youth, and 3) implement an art-based suicide intervention program called Arts in Recovery for Youth (AIRY).The art therapist will report directly to the PI. Primary responsibilities include: assist in the development of AIRY for Inuit youth participate in AIRY training participate in OCAP training participate in DBT training deliver and support delivery of intervention in Inukjuakprovide supervision to others delivering the intervention or working in the art studioGeneral DutiesCoordinate the establishment of the AIRY program with team, local actors, youth ambassadors, artists, knowledge usersAssist with preparation of reports, manuscripts, and grant applicationsActively reflect on ways to improve and evolve AIRY programDeliver AIRY interventions in the Art StudioCo-lead (with PI and post-doc) weekly clinical supervision meetings for community art coordinators, research assistant, and other AIRY facilitators such as youth to discuss concerns and provide support for secondary traumatic stress (1 session/week for max duration of 2 hours)Develop AIRY workshop, open-art studio, intervention activitiesCollaborate on the creation of the research protocolCollect research data and consult on data analysis resultsTake field notesDocument art-productions as art-based dataAdminister pre- and post-AIRY workshop surveysStanding consultation with steering committee and advisory council (both youth and general)Monitor, implement, and evaluate researchCreate, coordinate, and participate in the Governance Advisory GroupFacilitate, coordinate, and participate in team research meetings (including presenting findings, progress reports for research, writing manuscripts, and grants)Establish process for seeing assistance external to project and for raising complaintsDocument and coordinate with parents and clinicians involvedTravel to Inukjuak for program launch, delivery and monitoring-evaluation purposes.Website of the organizationhttps://rimuhc.ca/enEducation / ExperienceEducation: Master's DegreeField of Study: Creative Arts TherapiesWork Experience: 4 years in Northern communities is mandatoryRequired Skills Excellent English, spoken and written, French is a bonus. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision,Additional informationStatus : Temporary OccasionalPay Scale: $30.60 - $56.82/hour. Commensurate with education & work experience.Work Shift: Variable ScheduleWork Site: Remote with some in person meetings.***If you wish to include a cover letter, please attach it with your resume in one document. ***Why work with us? 3 days of paid sick leave per year, which includes a maximum of 1 personal day, RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan), Vacation calculated on a pro-rata basis based on a percentage of your salary, 5.3% of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays.https://rimuhc.ca/careersTo learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefitsTHIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.Equal Opportunity Employment ProgramThe Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, research.talent@muhc.mcgill.ca