*This position is a 1 year contract covering a maternity leave.*

The Mental Health Counsellor will provide counseling services at the North Simcoe Youth Wellness Hub (NSYWH), supporting youth aged 12–25 through individual and group interventions. This role includes delivering one-on-one counseling, facilitating therapeutic groups, and workshops in the Hub and also in school settings.

As part of a collaborative team, the counsellor will work closely with community partners to address the unique needs of youth, including those from diverse backgrounds and identities. This position requires a professional who is skilled in evidence-based therapeutic approaches and who is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all youth.

This position is a collaboration between CFS Counselling & Wellbeing and the NSYWH.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide single-session and multi-session counselling to youth accessing the Hub helping them develop strategies and tools to address immediate concerns such as anxiety, family issues, school challenges, or stress.
- Conduct initial assessments to identify needs and provide warm referrals to appropriate community resources or ongoing services when necessary.
- Collaborate with community partners and other members of the NSYWH team.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with ethical and legal standards.

Qualifications

- Master or Bachelor degree required in a related clinical discipline (e.g., M.A. Counselling, M.Sc. Couples and Family Therapy, Master of Social Work, or M.A. Psychology)
- Membership with the Ontario College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario or the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, and a relevant professional association*, if applicable (e.g., AAMFT/OAMFT, CCPA, OACCPP,



etc.).
- CRPO Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) will be considered providing candidate has external supervision for the required supervision hours remaining.
- Working knowledge of relevant provincial legislation (e.g., Mental Health Act, Child and Family Services Act) pertaining to services provided by the agency
- Knowledge/experience working with evidence-based frameworks (e.g., CBT, DBT, Mindfulness) is considered an asset
- Experience working with, and extensive knowledge of local community service agencies
- Demonstrate diplomacy and negotiation skills in client and system advocacy
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Proven ability to work as a team member
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement and decision-making skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, Internet research and database systems
- Ability to provide services in a second language (in addition to English) is an asset
- A Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle

About CFS

CFS Counselling + Wellbeing (CFS) is an accredited registered Canadian charity providing inclusive counselling, psychotherapy, and psycho-educational wellness programming via a mixed in-person and virtual delivery model. CFS is committed to professional services that reduce emotional distress, enhance personal wellbeing, and strengthen relationships.





Programs are available to everyone living and working in Simcoe County and the District of Muskoka. We strive to be inclusive of persons of all abilities, religion, cultures, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

A Workplace of Excellence

CFS has a 45+ year history of community service. We are a Living Wage employer and a member of Family Service Ontario. The CFS team is committed to ensuring everyone in our community has access to the highest standards of professional care in an inclusive, spacer space. We are proud that our clients consistently rate their satisfaction with our services at higher than 95%.

In a recent community consultation of our most engaged stakeholders – including staff, 91% gave us 4 or 5 stars (out of 5) for excellence in engagement.

As a full-time member of our staff, you will benefit from:

- Family-friendly policies and flexible work arrangements
- A focus on employee well-being with paid staff appreciation and retreat days
- Annual budgets for paid professional development and education opportunities

Vacation and paid sick-day entitlements well above industry average

Interested?

If you’re qualified and interested in joining our great team, we’re interested in learning more about you.

Please submit cover letter and résumé by October 21st 2026, at 5 p.m. to:

Natasha Manzone, TAY Lead

[email protected]

We thank everyone for their application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Should you require accommodation at any point in the application process, please let us know.

Pay: $33.00-$35.00 per hour

Advantages:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Mental Health Counsellor (Midland)
🏢 CFS Counselling and Wellbeing
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