Posting closes: January 15, 2026 at 500pm

About Us:

The Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington (CMHA WW) provides a full care system for those with addictions, mental health or developmental needs. We serve everyone from children to adults to seniors, all under one roof. Our programs help individuals and families to lead lives filled with meaning and promise. We have 400 staff at offices in Cambridge, Waterloo, Kitchener, Guelph, Fergus, and Mount Forest.

We are fully accredited by Accreditation Canada and are proud of our Exemplary Status (the highest standing) received at our most recent accreditation exercise.

Why Join our Team:

Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Our compensation package includes a competitive salary and generous benefits supporting the wellness of our staff. We are proud to be members of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) offering one of Canada’s largest and most respected defined benefit plans.

Career Development Opportunities: Our wide range of services and supports allows for varied opportunities for career growth. Our multi-disciplinary approach to care offers cross collaboration and enhanced opportunities for learning. A formal succession planning process is key to our internal leadership recruitment.

Values that include: Mutual Respect, Accountability, Integrity and Excellence and Innovation and a culture that is welcoming and inclusive.

Commitment to Health and Safety: We have a strong health and safety culture at CMHA WW and work tirelessly to address the health and safety needs of staff and the people we serve.

The Opportunity:

We are recruiting for a MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN (The Grove - Youth Wellness Hubs

• This is a regular full-time opportunity to fill an existing vacancy (35 hours per week Monday to Friday 12pm to 8pm) based at 737 Woolwich St. Guelph.

Reporting to the Team Lead, The Grove, the successful candidate will be committed to assisting parents, children, and youth to establish healthy relationships. This will include providing comprehensive assessments, clinical services, and consultation to community partners and group support. The successful candidate will provide recovery oriented counseling and support to children, youth, and their families with mental health and/or addiction challenges. The focus will be on children and youth ages 12-26 years of age.

The Grove Hub brings an integrated youth services model to Guelph and Wellington County. Here, youth are at the center of all we do – for youth by youth. Our vision includes service providers working together to enhance the integration of services and build a system to better meet the needs of youth in our community.

An integrated youth service model means a “one stop shop” for all youth between the ages of 12 to 26. At each of our sites, youth can have their wide range of needs met from simply having a safe place to hang out, to training and employment support to formal mental health and primary care support.

Qualifications:

• Masters level degree in psychology, social work or relevant health or social science field
• Registration and in good standing with relevant professional college/registering body
• Three or more years of related experience working with children/youth with mental health/addictions issues
• Experience working in a Youth Wellness Hub an asset
• Well-developed assessment, intervention and support skills
• Ability to work well under pressure in a team environment and also independently
• Knowledge of a broad range of mental health, addiction supports and resources
• Knowledge of My Wellness Passport for measured-based care an asset
• Knowledge and understanding or previous DBT training in individual and group
• Knowledge and understanding of Adverse Childhood Experiences and Trauma Informed Practices
• Knowledge and training in Attachment Theory
• Good organization, communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated sound clinical and practical judgement
• Demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to social and cultural diversity
• Understanding of various service systems, community supports and resources within Guelph and Wellington County
• Ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced and multi-disciplinary setting
• Demonstrated belief in the values and philosophy of CMHA and Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario
• Proficiency with MS Office, Outlook and various database software
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle as travel is required

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter in one document outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience meet the position requirements.

COMPENSATION AND RATE OF PAY: Level 6 (OPSEU) - $37.09 to $45.21 per hour

CMHA WW, as an equal opportunity employer, embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

• We do not use AI in our screening process.

Experience

Required

• 3 year(s): Youth Mental Health

Education

Required

• Master's degree or better in Social Work or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

• Registered Social Worker