BLUEWATER DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION

Clinical Manager

ABOUT BLUEWATER

Located on the traditional

lands of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, BWDSB spans 8,673 square kilometers and is

one of the largest employers in Bruce and Grey Counties with approximately

3,700 permanent and causal staff. We are deeply committed to fostering

inclusive, respectful, and equitable learning environments for approximately

18,900 students form diverse backgrounds across 41 elementary and nine

secondary schools.

Rooted in close-knit rural

communities and small-town charm, BWDSB serves a region that offers a peaceful

lifestyle with convenient access to vibrant urban communities. Owen Sound is

the largest economic and cultural hub alongside prominent municipalities such

as Kincardine, Saugeen Shores, West Grey, Meaford, Georgian Bluffs, Grey Highlands,

and Southgate.

In addition to its strong

community networks, the region offers an exceptional natural environment that

appeals to outdoor enthusiasts and families alike. Scenic trails, sandy

beaches, winding rivers, and welcoming communities contribute to a lifestyle

that makes Bruce and Grey Counties a truly exceptional place to live, work,

learn, and grow.

Bluewater District School Board offers employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in public education, alongside competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong total rewards package.

Location:Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB), Education Centre

Permanent Non-Union: 35 hours per week 12 months per year

Salary: $132,339-$154,817 (NU-11)

Position Description:

The Clinical Manager provides

system-wide clinical leadership and oversight for student mental health

services, ensuring ethical, evidence-informed, and consistent clinical practice

across the Board in alignment with Board priorities and provincial direction.

The Clinical Manager leads and

manages a multidisciplinary team delivering professional services and

interventions aligned with the Board’s mental health strategy, ensuring

compliance with Board policies and procedures. The role is accountable for

ensuring services are evidence‑based, culturally responsive, and grounded in

best practices, and for providing clinical supervision related to mental health

and attendance to support appropriate interventions, consistent practice, and

compliance with reporting and record‑keeping requirements.

As a member of the Learning

Services – Student Support leadership team, the Clinical Manager leads and

oversees department initiatives and is responsible for recruitment and full‑cycle

supervision of select positions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Completion

  of a graduate degree such as a minimum of a Master of Social Work, Psychiatry,

  Psychotherapy, or Psychology who is a member in good standing with the

  applicable regulated college such as Ontario College of Social Workers or

  Social Service Workers, College of Psychologists of Ontario, or College of

  Regulated Psychotherapists of Ontario

• A minimum of

  five (5) years' experience in clinical practice with practical experience

  working with students within a school system preferred

• Experience

  providing clinical supervision

• Vulnerable

  Sector Police Record Check satisfactory to the board

• Valid

  driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from worksites across the

  district

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide

  structured monthly clinical supervision, guidance, and support to regulated and

  non‑regulated staff delivering student support and mental health services.

• Lead the

  development, implementation, and monitoring of the Board’s Mental Health

  Strategic Plan and Annual Action Plan, embedding trauma‑informed, culturally

  responsive, and equity‑based frameworks into clinical practice and service

  design.

• Provide

  leadership in research, data collection, and analysis to inform evidence‑based

  practice, continuous improvement, and effective use of resources.

• Plan,

  organize, direct, and evaluate the delivery of mental health and professional

  services initiatives to ensure consistency, quality, and alignment with Board

  priorities and applicable legislation, Ministry Policy and Program Memoranda

  (PPMs).

• Provide

  clinical leadership and consultation for complex cases, crises, and critical

  incidents, including assessment, ethical decision‑making, risk management,

  Violence Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA), and suicide prevention, intervention,

  and postvention.

• Support recruitment,

  selection, staffing, and succession planning, and labour relations processes

• Lead and

  support staff supervision, performance management, and professional learning

  aligned with regulated college standards, Board priorities, and School Mental

  Health Ontario (SMHO) frameworks.

• Ensure

  compliance with applicable legislative, regulatory, and professional standards,

  including MFIPPA, PHIPA, record‑tracking, and retention requirements.

• Lead and

  oversee department initiatives related to student mental health and well‑being,

  and represent the Board on relevant provincial professional associations,

  leadership meetings, and conferences.

• Collaborate

  with the Learning Services Administrator and Superintendent of Education to

  maintain and maximize department budgets.

• Lead and

  maintain strategic internal and external partnerships, including responsibility

  for the development and oversight of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and

  integrated care pathways with community mental health partners.

• Other duties

  as assigned.

Assets:

• Experience

  providing full‑cycle leadership of multidisciplinary professional teams,

  including supervision, performance management, and professional development.

• Demonstrated

  application of evidence‑informed practice in supporting children, youth, and

  families with mental health and/or addictions needs.

• Experience

  in risk assessment, safety planning, crisis intervention, and trauma‑informed

  response.

• Knowledge of

  and ability to interpret and ensure compliance with relevant legislation,

  professional standards, and documentation requirements.

• Demonstrated

  organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage competing

  demands and shifting priorities.

• Strong

  written communication and documentation skills, demonstrating discretion,

  confidentiality, and professionalism.

• Demonstrated

  ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within

  multidisciplinary teams.

• Knowledge of

  special education needs and their intersection with student mental health and

  well‑being.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applicants are asked to provide a resume and cover letter with their application.

Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this position online using Apply to Education (ATE) at https://bwdsb.simplication.com.

Closing date to apply is Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Interviews will be held in person on Tuesday, May 19, 2026

All fees for the ATE application process are covered by the Bluewater District School Board.

Should applicants require assistance in registering for Apply to Education (ATE), they may contact the ATE Help Desk at 1-416-932-8866 or 1-877-900-5627.

We thank everyone for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Questions regarding this posting should be directed to:

Lauren Penner-Lipsett

Superintendent of Education

Bluewater District School Board Education Centre

351 1st Avenue North, Chelsey

lauren_penner-lipsett@bwdsb.on.ca

Equity

Bluewater District School Board is committed to fostering

a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and

staff and abides by equitable hiring practices to engage

qualified staff who reflect diversity. We actively seek to eliminate

barriers to participation in our recruitment and selection processes.

Accommodation

Bluewater District School Board is committed to

providing accommodations in the workplace and for candidates who have temporary

or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the

protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to

the recruitment and selection process. Applicants are encouraged to

self-identify and notify Human Resources Services if accommodations

are needed during the recruitment process.

Wellness

Bluewater District School Board prioritizes a

respectful and healthy work environment for all.