Careers

INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY THERAPIST
Contract Position (Maternity Leave, 12 months with the possibility of extension)
Hours of Work: Full Time - Flexible Work Options

Responsibilities:
• To actively engage youth and their families in a therapeutic process that includes assessment, goal setting and evidence-based intervention.
• To provide individual, family and group therapy.
• To work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• To maintain a strong knowledge base in specialized areas such as anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation and behaviour, borderline personality disorder and other disorders occurring with the youth served.
• To quickly assess areas of concern or high-risk behaviours.
• To demonstrate a high degree of skill relating to parents/guardians regarding the nature of risk situations and to assist parents/guardians with safety planning.
• To coordinate services by facilitating relationships between the youth, their family, and all outside resources including social services, health organizations and community schools.
• To formulate treatment plans, progress statements and discharge summaries.
• This position reports directly to the Outpatient Program Manager.

We Are Seeking Someone With:
• Masters or Bachelor of Social Work, Master of Psychology, or Counseling; preferably a minimum of three years’ experience in a setting providing treatment services to youth and their families; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Registration and good standing with the appropriate governing regulatory body.
• A genuine passion for delivering exceptional mental health services.
• Experience working with youth or mental health services is a definite asset.
• Superb communication skills, both written and verbal.

Maryvale Offers You:
• A culture that values high-quality service delivery alongside a supportive and collegial work environment.
• Regular work hours (10-6) with flexibility through either a compressed work week or flexible work week option.
• Engagement in regular team consultation meetings for ongoing professional development.
• Case conference forums to collaboratively navigate clinical challenges and ethical dilemmas.

Compensation:
Hourly Range: $33.30 - $45.70.
Compensation within the range will be reflective of applicant’s level of education and years of experience.

Maryvale is synonymous with a positive work atmosphere and a dedication to Best Practices in Adolescent Mental Health.

Application Process:

Please submit your application to job.applications@maryvale.ca by December 8, 2025.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people and their families.

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