Therapist for Walk-In Clinic (Contract) (5-26)

          INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING: OPEN UNTIL MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026 AT 4:00PM

                                       WALK-IN COUNSELLING THERAPIST (CONTRACT) (5-26)

Job Status: 1-Year Contract to March 2027

Hours of Work: 7 hours per week (Mondays from 12pm to 8pm)

Base office: Huntsville

Competition Number: 5-26

Purpose of the Position:  

The purpose of this position is to provide direct clinical services to individuals and their families in need of counselling/psychotherapy within the Districts of Muskoka and Parry Sound. The incumbent is responsible for delivering high quality assessment, individual and group treatment/counselling intervention(s) following best practices recommendations. The priority will be given to those experiencing serious mental illness. The Therapist works in partnership with other organizations for shared care, provides consultation in the community. The incumbent will provide timely and immediate accessible information, referrals and support for clients accessing the walk-in service.

Education and Qualifications:

• Preferred qualifications include a master’s level post-secondary degree in Psychology, Psychiatric Nursing, Social Work, or equivalent degree, along with current registration in good standing within their respective professional regulatory body/college, including College of Nurses of Ontario, Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, or College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario 


• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in the practices of psychotherapy


• Demonstrated experience in providing group, individual and walk-in therapy


• Practical experience and knowledge working with people with serious mental illnesses and addictions and a commitment to their rights


• Demonstrated competency with principles and practices of individual, group and crisis interventions


• Indigenous cultural awareness and education is an asset


• Clear Criminal Records Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening.


• Ability to work autonomously and with a multidisciplinary team in a rural setting


• A willingness to serve clients within the communities of the Districts of Muskoka and Parry Sound.

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook Calendar and Client information systems

• A willingness to work shifts (including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays)


• Bilingual in French is an asset


• A valid Ontario G or G2 driver’s license and a safe reliable means of transportation

Salary scale:  $35.90 to $44.26 per hour commensurate with qualifications and experience.

You are invited to submit your application quoting competition 5-26 by 4:00pm on Monday, March 16, 2026, to:

                                                                                   The Hiring Committee

                                   Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka-Parry Sound Branch

                                                                     173-202 Manitoba Street

                                                                   Bracebridge, Ontario P1L 1S3

                                        Telephone: (705) 645-2262    Online: CMHA MPS Careers

Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka – Parry Sound (CMHAMPS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace.

Qualified consumers/survivors and/or family members are encouraged to apply.

We retain all applications submitted for one (1) year after the closing date of this posting for consideration in any future postings.

As part of our commitment to Accessibility, if you wish this information in a different format, please contact our office at 705-645-2262 or email [email protected].  If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please let us know prior to the interview if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.