Job Overview:
A growing mental health practice in Kirkland Lake, Ontario is seeking a compassionate and motivated Psychotherapist or Social Worker to support children and youth within a trauma-informed clinical setting.
This is an in-person independent contractor opportunity ideal for someone looking to grow within a collaborative and supportive environment that values mentorship, flexibility, and meaningful community impact. The practice offers a built caseload, clinical supervision, and the opportunity to work closely alongside psychiatric and interdisciplinary supports.
This role is well suited for clinicians who are passionate about child & youth mental health and interested in a unique opportunity outside of a major urban centre.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide individual counselling and therapeutic support to children and youth
- Develop and maintain appropriate treatment plans and clinical documentation
- Support clients using trauma-informed and client-centered approaches
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals including psychiatric services when required
- Participate in case consultations, supervision, and clinical discussions
- Build strong therapeutic relationships with clients and families
- Maintain ethical and professional standards in accordance with regulatory requirements
Qualifications:
- RP or RP-Qualifying registration with CRPO, or MSW registration with OCSWSSW in good standing
- Practicum students are encouraged to apply
- Interest or experience in child & youth mental health and trauma-informed care
- Play therapy or art therapy experience considered a strong asset
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Comfortable working in-person within a community-based environment
- Ability to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative team
What’s Offered:
- Independent contractor flexibility
- Competitive per-clinical-hour compensation
- Built caseload provided
- Clinical supervision & mentorship available
- Flexible start date (ideally July 2026)
- Opportunity for long-term growth within a supportive environment
- $90–$100 per clinical hour
- Approximately 15–25 hours per week to start
- Accommodation Assistance for the right candidate
- Travel reimbursement available once maintaining 20+ clinical hours weekly
About Kirkland Lake:
Enjoy a slower pace of life surrounded by lakes, trails, nature, and a close-knit community. This is a unique opportunity to do meaningful work in an area where mental health support is truly valued and needed. Approximately 1 hour and 20 mins from Timmins, ON and 1 hour from Temiskaming Shores, ON.
please ensure you are able to commute to Kirkland, ON before applying.
E: [email protected]
T: 437-421-7763
Pay: $90.00-$100.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
