Counsellor, Mental Health, Social Work

GENERAL Full Time Mississauga, ON Hybrid $67,447 - $76,811 CAD per year

Associated Youth Services of Peel (AYSP) is an accredited, not-for-profit charitable organization, supporting children, youth and families with mental health and/or youth justice issues. AYSP’s team of professionals bring a wide range of knowledge and professional experience from diverse backgrounds to our workplace. Our teams have a strong collaborative work ethic and we are committed to ongoing professional development. AYSP provides a client-centered, strength-based approach to engage in a manner which is culturally sensitive, non-judgmental and respectful.

Working together with our service partners, using a multi-systems perspective, AYSP provides services that are evidence-based and evidence-informed.

We are currently seeking Counsellors to join the following programs:

Location:

Hybrid - Head office in Peel Region. Some programs require travel within Peel Region.

Union Affiliation:  OPSEU Local 592

Hours of Work:  35 hours a week (Days & Evenings)

Responsibilities

Provide in person and/or virtual counselling services (in person may be office-based, home-based and/or in the community)

Develop and deliver treatment and/or service plans in conjunction with the client, and at times their parents/caregivers, based upon a comprehensive, strength-based ecological assessment

Triple P Program:
Participate in training and accreditation specific to the program, and coordinate and facilitate parent groups and/or seminars

Maintain professional documentation in the form of assessments, case notes, discharge summaries and statistical information

Establish and maintain professional alliances with partner agencies and other service providers

Participate in weekly or bi-weekly peer supervision and monthly individual clinical supervision

Work flexible hours related to the needs of the clients, evening work will be required

May transport clients in own vehicle, as required by specific programs

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor of Social Work or related undergraduate degree;
Master of Social Work is considered an asset

Registration within the professional regulating body of either the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) in good standing is required

Minimum two years’ experience working with children youth and families with mental health needs

Knowledge of and experience in clinical modalities, including:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Family Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma- informed Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Mindfulness, and Behaviour Therapy

Triple P Program:
Experience in group leadership and facilitation

Assessment, goal formulation and treatment planning skills, utilizing a goal-focused, strength-based approach

Knowledge of services available within the child and youth, and adult mental health systems in Peel, and experience in collaborating and advocating on behalf of children, youth and their families

Access to a reliable vehicle and a Class G Ontario Driver’s License is a requirement for specific programs

Fluency in French or a language other than English is considered an asset

Salary Range: $67,447 - $76,811

Benefits

3 weeks accrued paid vacation, 3 personal days, and 2 bonus days per year

Excellent benefits, including health and dental coverage, Employee Assistance Program, and MyHSA – Health and Wellness Spending Account

Registered Retirement Savings plan

Comprehensive Clinical Supervision provided

Professional development opportunities within the agency

Employer-paid staff training and development

AYSP is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applicants from all cultures, abilities and sexual & gender identities. Applicants must be willing to demonstrate and adhere to a commitment to Anti-Oppressive and Anti-Racist principles, with the expectation that the framework be reflected in day to day work. AYSP will make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants with disabilities to participate in the interview process upon request.

For more information, please contact us at

These positions will be posted until June 22, 2026 at 5:00 pm.

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