Job Type: Part-time Permanent Position (3-4 days a week) Department: Clinical- Treatment Services The Canadian Mental Health Association, Halton Region (CMHA Halton) is a leading provider of adult and youth mental health services in the Region of Halton. We are driven by our cause to provide responsive mental health for everyone through equitable services targeted for people living with mental health and/or substance use concerns. CMHA Halton offers a supportive team setting, flexible work environment, training opportunities, competitive vacation package, and comprehensive benefits/pension package.

We have an enthusiastic team who are dedicated to supporting individuals with mental health concerns within a client-focused environment. CHMA Halton strives to build an inclusive culture with a staff group that represents the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to reducing systemic barriers to employment and our services that have traditionally impacted members from the following groups, Black, Indigenous People, and other racially visible persons, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and persons with disabilities.

If you are a member of one of these equity-seeking groups, you are encouraged to self-identify in your cover letter or your resume.

The Canadian Mental Health

Association, Halton Region Branch (CMHA Halton) is seeking a part-time Walk-in Counsellor on our Clinical Services team. The Walk-In Counselling program is a single-session service, rooted in a Solution Focused Brief Therapy model, and may integrate approaches from other evidence-based modalities to meet client needs.



The position is 22.5 to 30 hours per week with occasional evening work.

The Walk-In Counselling service is currently being offered in a hybrid format (i.e., combination of virtual and in-person sessions in Milton, Oakville, and Halton Hills locations). The Walk-In Counselling program strives to support people who experience mental health issues too: Access timely counselling support without a waitlist. Enhance coping strategies, life skills, and social skills.

Develop a strong network of reliable and supportive community connections. Provide individual 1:1 counselling to clients who attend Walk-In Counselling. These clients may or may not have significant mental health issues and may or may not present in crisis.

Provide information on relevant community programs and resources. Offer hour-long counselling sessions using a brief therapy model. (combination of in-person and virtual) Ensure client health, safety, and wellness according to relevant legislation and agency policies and procedures. Perform administrative tasks related to the counselling session.

Work collaboratively with community partners and other departments, within CMHA Halton in a multidisciplinary approach. Must possess a bachelor’s degree in psychology, counselling, nursing, social work, or a relevant field.



Master’s degree is an asset.

Must be a regulated health professional within Ontario (i.e., Registered Social Worker or Registered Psychotherapist or equivalent). Non-violent crisis intervention, first aid, CPR and ASIST certifications are required for this role, however CMHA Halton will support any candidate who does not possess these in completing within the first three-four months of employment. At least 2 years’ experience collaborating with individuals with complex mental health concerns and providing supportive counselling to people over the age of 16.

Skilled at completing comprehensive risk assessments and safety plans. Competent in the delivery of clinical frameworks of evidence-based therapies such as Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, etc. Knowledge of community resources within Halton Region as well as bordering regions.

Knowledge of dual diagnosis and concurrent disorders an asset. PHIPA, Ontario Mental Health Act) Knowledge of EMHware database or other similar client information system an asset. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and web-based platforms such as Teams, SharePoint, and OneNote.

Access to a reliable vehicle/means of transportation to travel between locations. Ability to speak a second language would be considered an asset. CMHA Halton does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision‑making technologies in any part of our recruitment or selection processes.

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