Mental Health Counsellor

Mental Health Counsellor One Vacancy, Full-Time Employment $72,872—$85,742 annually, 37.5 hours per week Excellent Group Benefits and Paid Time Entitlements, HOOPP The West Elgin Community Health Centre is located in the beautiful rural community of West Lorne, Ontario conveniently situated a half hour outside of London and Chatham. Primary Responsibilities: Perform assessment and counselling/therapy for individuals, couples, and families within the professional scope of practice. Act as a client advocate on individual and systemic issues. Perform case management functions. Participate in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of treatment, education, counselling, health promotion and services for individuals, couples, families, and the community including group sessions. As Mental Health Counsellor, What Do You Bring to the Position? Graduate degree in relevant discipline from a recognized university required. Current registration with applicable College or Association required. 3-5 years counselling experience preferred. Experience working with adults, children, and youth an asset. Proficiency in assessment, counselling techniques, and crisis management. Ability to establish and maintain solid community partnerships. Familiar with the unique challenges facing rural populations. Alignment with the Centre’s mission, values, and model of care is essential. In good standing with professional college, professional liability insurance, and a vulnerable sector police clearance required. AI Usage: People are engaged at every stage of our recruitment process. We do not use artificial intelligence to screen or select candidates. Application: Posting Closes August 28, 2026 Please e-mail resume and cover letter to: Debra Thomas [email protected] West Elgin Community Health Centre 153 Main Street, West Lorne N0L 2P0 Our Centre values diversity and supports an equitable and inclusive workplace where individual differences are respected. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected to interview will be contacted. Should you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us. About Us: The West Elgin Community Health Centre has served our rural communities for over 30 years. We work alongside extraordinary people at the Centre and are very proud to be a part of an alliance of community health centres across the province. Our Centre focuses on improving the health and wellbeing of people and communities as we continue to value and advocate for a more inclusive society. We believe that housing, education, food, and the environment all play a role in health and well-being. We also believe that language, literacy, and poverty should not get in the way of receiving great care. Our team provides primary care, illness prevention, health promotion services, and a range of community programs primarily to the residents of Dutton Dunwich and West Elgin municipalities. Our diabetes services are open to anyone and are offered at multiple locations in Elgin County. We strive for a healthy and supportive work environment valuing compassion, excellence, collaboration, accountability, respect, and equity. Our vision supports a vibrant and caring community, people, and workplace.

Perform assessments and provide counselling and therapy for individuals, couples, and families. Manage cases and participate in the development and evaluation of health promotion and treatment services for the community.

Requires a graduate degree in a relevant discipline and current registration with a professional college or association. Preferred candidates have 3-5 years of counselling experience and proficiency in crisis management.

• Group Benefits • Paid Time Entitlements • HOOPP

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• Assessment
• Counselling
• Therapy
• Case Management
• Crisis Management
• Client Advocacy
• Health Promotion
• Community Partnership Building

• Healthcare
• Social Services

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 17, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available