Clinical Counsellor (County)
Counselling Services
18-month Contract (35 hours per week)
Att: Middlesex County
Family Service Thames Valley is looking for a Clinical Counsellor who is skilled at providing short-term, goal-oriented therapy to individuals, couples, families and groups presenting a broad range of issues.
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to work with disadvantaged individuals, many of whom have experienced the effects of trauma and abuse, mental health challenges and addictions. The candidate will possess an ability to develop positive working relationships with service partners and host agencies, work collaboratively with other community service providers, and manage their work schedule and commitments in an independent manner. The role requires reliable transportation as services are provided in multiple sites in Middlesex County.
Why Work for FSTV as a County Counsellor:
Diversity of clients and variety of work
Access to quality, professional clinical supervision
Knowledge sharing and networking with supportive colleagues provide a sense of community
Contribute to a stronger community and involvement in social justice
Qualifications:
Degree in health or social science discipline
Master’s Degree in social work or related graduate degree in counselling with at least 1-3 years of clinical experience;
Registration with the OCSWSSW or equivalent or eligibility for registration with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) is required;
Demonstrated excellence in clinical counselling;
Ability to develop positive working relationships with service partners;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Keen understanding of the socio-economic landscape of London and Middlesex County
Computer skills in Microsoft Word and ability to learn data management systems in agency;
Prior experience with single-session therapy or walk-in counselling considered an asset
Access to reliable transportation will be required, mileage is compensated.
We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected to proceed will be contacted.
Please submit in confidence a cover letter and resume in one pdf document by August 18, 2025
Family Services Thames Valley is an equal opportunity employer and committed to administrative fairness and equitable employment practices, should you require accommodation in making an application please contact Deisy Vanegas at [email protected] or 519-433-0183 ext. 8204.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 18 months
Pay: $53,550.00-$58,275.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Do you have reliable transportation to provide services at multiple sites in Middlesex County?
Experience:
- counselling: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-08-18
