Social Worker or Psychotherapist

Written By Craig McKenzie

1.0FTE Contract Position (35 Hours/Week), 2 Vacancies Available
2026-02

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

  1. A current member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and/or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).

  2. Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Mental Health or other related health field.

  3. Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Psychotherapist / MSW / Therapist.

OR

  1. A current member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and/or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).

  2. Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Mental Health or other related health field.

  3. Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a Psychotherapist / BSW / Therapist.

SKILLS:

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with clients, parents, and professional staff as evidenced by:

    ▪ concisely written clinical reports

    ▪ detailed treatment programs, and

    ▪ effective verbal presentations to the relevant community, peer group and service consumers.

  • The ability to provide therapeutic interventions with individuals, groups, and family systems.

  • Knowledge of a wide range of therapeutic treatment options as well as the skill and ability to provide such treatment to people of all ages with mental health issues.

  • Competency in gathering information from diverse sources and making useful application to intervention efforts.

  • Ongoing commitment to professional growth and development.

  • Contributes to the culture, professionalism, and identity of the agency in a positive manner.

  • The ability to be responsive to identified needs, gaps in service and add innovative thinking to the delivery of children and youth mental health services.

  • Working knowledge of the different referral agencies/services available within the SCCYS catchment area.

  • Adherence to a professional code of ethics.

  • Working knowledge of the legislation governing the practice of mental health treatment.

POSTING DATE: February 27, 2026
POSTING END DATE: March 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM
SALARY: $36.06 - $42.82 per hour +8% in lieu of benefits and vacation
LOCATION: 129 Kendall Street, Point Edward, ON, N7V 4G6
SHIFT: 35 hours per week.
VACANCIES: Two (2)
CONTRACT START: As soon as possible
CONTRACT END: 12 months
CONTRACT CONDITIONS: Employment may be terminated in accordance with the terms of the employment agreement and ESA, 2000 requirements.
PERKS AND BENEFITS: Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), EAP and more!

The positions advertised are for existing vacancies.

Interested applicants are asked to apply via email: recruitment@stclairchild.ca by 4:30 PM on the posting end date with, “2026-02” as the subject line.

We thank all applicants for their interest in St. Clair Child & Youth Services; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with St. Clair Child & Youth Services policy, offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of a satisfactory police record check, dated within twelve (12) months of the offer, as well as verification of required education, certifications, and training relevant to the position.

St. Clair Child & Youth Services is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis), racialized persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations, and persons of all gender identities and expressions.

We also encourage applications from bilingual candidates proficient in both French and English, as this skill supports communication and enhances service delivery within our diverse community.

St. Clair Child & Youth Services is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Job applicants are informed that accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the hiring process. When an accommodation request is received, the agency will consult with the applicant to understand their specific accessibility needs and determine appropriate accommodation. This may include discussing the nature of the barrier, identifying suitable accommodation options, and confirming the applicant’s preferred method of support. The agency will work collaboratively with the applicant and, where appropriate, external support to implement reasonable accommodation in a timely manner and at no additional cost to the candidate, while respecting privacy and confidentiality.

Craig McKenzie