POSITION TITLE

Concurrent Disorders Therapist

SHIFT TYPE

Monday - Friday - 8am - 4pm

DEPT/PROGRAM

Sans Souci

JOB CLASS

Registered Psychotherapist 2

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full Time Permanent

RATE OF PAY

$44.69-$54.98 per hour

WORK SCHEDULE

75 hours bi-weekly

EMPLOYEE GROUP

OPSEU

VACANCY TYPE

EXISTING Vacancy

Open

POSTING DATE

October 2, 2026

HYBRID ELIGIBLE

No

NUMBER

1

Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is a 321-bed academic and teaching hospital that provides specialized mental health, addiction and geriatric care. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, we serve some of the most complex and disadvantaged individuals in Ontario and are the sole provider of high-secure forensic mental health services in the province.

The Manager of the Sans Souci Program is currently seeking a full-time Concurrent Disorders Therapist. The purpose of the position is to plan and deliver concurrent disorders treatment which may include individual or group psychotherapy, support to review and practice skills, and psychoeducation to patients/clients, and/or families.

For information about funding incentives for nurses, our enhanced employee referral program, housing, orientation and other employment-related information please follow this link to our employment web page. https://www.waypointcentre.ca/get-involved/join-our-team

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

- Perform clinical assessment for clients/patient for concurrent disorders services including system navigation with other available services.
- Conduct assessments to inform symptoms experienced by client/patient and individualized treatment plans.
- Provide individual and group evidence-based structured psychotherapy, and/or psychoeducation and/or support services to clients/patients and/or families
- Provide clinical observation, assessment, documentation,



and treatment based on client/patient and program needs in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Participate in clinical consultation and related activities as needed.
- Collaborate with patients in determining discharge needs and develop individualized discharge plans.
- Supervise addiction counseling students on placement.
- Participate in ongoing education as required.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation and reports in adherence to Regulatory College and program specific requirements, including collecting relevant data to evaluate client/patient and service outcomes.
- Collaborate with interprofessional team members in the planning and provision of care.
- Contribute to ongoing program development and program evaluation and implement recent practices as required.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related discipline is required.
- Post Secondary formal training in mental health and addictions is required.
- A Master’s Degree in a health-related discipline is preferred.
- Registered member in good standing with an applicable professional college is required.
- Competence to perform the controlled act of psychotherapy per an applicable professional college is required.
- A minimum of one year of previous experience in triage, clinical assessment and treatment of mental health and addictions is required.




- A minimum of one year of previous experience in the delivery of evidence-based psychotherapy triage and clinical assessment (e.g. CBT) is preferred.
- Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
- Demonstrated leadership, conflict resolution, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Proven written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to adapt readily to change and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
- Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation)
- Preference for proficiency in French/English language skills.

WHAT WE OFFER:

- A comprehensive and generous benefit plan including dental coverage, paid vacation and holidays, sick days and extended health benefits
- Participation in the Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Relocation support program for eligible staff
- Participation in the employee referral program
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities
- Access to Waypoint’s Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Nurses may be eligible to participate in the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN), or the Tuition Support Program (TSPN)

HOW DO I APPLY? Waypoint employees apply through the Employee Self-Service portal at https://employees.waypointcentre.ca and external applicants apply to Join our Team, Career Opportunities | Waypoint by close of business (4:00 pm) on October 12, 2026, quoting Job ID WC26-259. Attach your cover letter and resume detailing why you are interested in this opportunity and how you meet the qualifications and key accountabilities specified. Waypoint does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.

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