Job Number

J0426-0498

Job Title

Psychotherapist, Child and Youth Mental Health Services

Job Type

Temporary Full Time

Job Location

Pembroke, ON

Job Category

Allied Health

Vacancy Type

Replacement

Contract Duration

February 2027

of Open Positions:

1

Department

Child and Youth Mental Health Services

Union Group

Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE)

Date Posted

June 15, 2026

Closing Date

December 31, 2026

Salary

$45.62 - $58.14/Hour

Job Level

3

Hours/week

37.5

Shift(s)

Monday to Friday, Days

FTE

1

Site

Other Pembroke Location

Travel Required

Some

Internal ID

P-122-26

Psychotherapists are responsible for the provision of therapeutic services to patients/clients which include, but are not limited to counseling, psychotherapy, advocacy and crisis response. Patient/client care is provided within a Recovery and Rehabilitation Framework and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. The therapist collaborates with peers and community partners to ensure coordinated, timely, and effective access to mental health services.

Pembroke Regional Hospital serves the diverse health care needs of residents of Pembroke and the surrounding communities. In accordance with our mission, vision and values, and following catholic tradition we strive to provide safe, quality care in a compassionate and caring setting. We respect the rights of our patients to be treated with dignity and respect, and believe that patients are an integral part of the health care team.

As leaders in health care delivery, we are committed to life long learning, continuous improvement and healthy living.

REQUIREMENTS:

- Master’s Degree in Psychology, Counselling, or a related clinical discipline.
- Registered as a member of one of the regulatory colleges entitled to perform psychotherapy as defined under the Ontario Psychotherapy Act.
- Minimum three (3)



years of experience in counseling (individual, family, and group) or in a community mental health setting or related field.
- Experience working in a team environment
- Experience providing a broad range of clinical services and demonstrated effective work with a child and adolescent population who present a variety of clinically challenging issues.
- Demonstrated competence in family therapy, parent-child work, and child-focused interventions.
- Knowledge of evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, DBT-informed practice, attachment-based and trauma-informed approaches).
- Excellent case management, organizational, and time-management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
- Knowledge of Renfrew County and community resources
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse families and community partners.
- Ability to coach, mentor and influence
- Ability to mentor students
- Proficiency in the use of computer applications and software programs
- Must be versatile and adaptable in a continually changing environment
- Occasional travel
- Embodies the LEAN ideology by actively and continually seeking opportunities for continuous improvement
- Must have demonstrated ability to meet the attendance standards of the Hospital
- Bilingualism preferred (French/English)

Pembroke Regional Hospital values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources Assistant at [email protected]. We thank all candidates for their interests; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position, if unionized, and any appointments are subject to the terms and conditions of the Union group's Collective Agreement.

📌 Psychotherapist, Child and Youth Mental Health Services (Pembroke)
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