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INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING: OPEN UNTIL AUGUST 11, 2025, AT 4PM 
 

ADDICTIONS COUNSELLOR – OPIOD/PREGNANT PARENTING 
 
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week 
Job Status: Permanent 
Base office: Parry Sound 
Competition #: 46-25 
 
Purpose of the Position: The Addiction Counsellor provides a range of community-based addiction services 
to individuals experiencing and/or impacted by substance use. The role will provide counselling including 
assessment, care planning and referrals. The role will also encompass case management and community-
based capacity building and stigma reduction through community education, development, and liaison. 
Intervention aids understanding of the effects of substance use and co-occurring mental health issues, while 
supporting positive change and enhanced coping, improved health status and skill development in all life 
domains. The role will involve working closely with key community partners such as the Rapid Access 
Addiction Medicine (RAAM) clinics, family physicians, hospitals, withdrawal management services, etc. 
Service delivery occurs in a range of office and/or community settings 
 
Education and Qualifications: 

 • Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health science discipline relevant to the position. Equivalency 
may be considered for a combination of educational experiences. Examples of equivalency include: 

o Addictions: Diploma in human services/health sciences PLUS post-diploma specialization in 
addictions 

o Mental Health related diploma with relevant work experience PLUS registration with a regulated 
health professional college 

 • Registration with the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation or with a recognized 
college (i.e., OCSWSSW) an asset. 

 • One year of experience working with persons who have mental illness and/or developmental disability 
and/or substance use issues preferred, plus experience in providing one or more of the following 
preferred: 

o supportive counselling 
o case management 
o crisis intervention 

 • Manage internal and external relationships, to have and demonstrate empathy and compassion, to be 
aware of emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and the understanding of the feelings, ideas and 
beliefs of others. 

 • Indigenous cultural awareness and education is an asset. 

 • Ability to work autonomously as well as cooperatively within a team environment in a rural setting 

 • Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills 

 • Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, the Internet, and data management software 

 • A willingness to serve clients within the communities of the District of Muskoka and Parry Sound 

 • A valid Ontario G or G2 driver’s license, a safe and reliable means of transportation, and appropriate 
insurance for work purposes on your vehicle with a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability coverage. 

 • Bilingual in French/English language considered an asset 

 • Work schedule may include days/evenings/weekends and statutory holidays. 
 

Salary scale: $29.26 – $38.32 per hour commensurate with qualifications and experience 


 
Benefits: Comprehensive benefit plan and enrollment in a Registered Retirement plan with HOOPP where 
contributions start on date of hire. 
 
 
You are invited to submit your application by quoting competition number 46-25 to: 

 
The Hiring Committee 

Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka-Parry Sound Branch 
173-202 Manitoba Street 

Bracebridge, Ontario P1L 1S3 
Telephone (705) 645-2262 Online: CMHA MPS Careers 

 
 
Canadian Mental Health Association Muskoka – Parry Sound (CMHAMPS) is an equal opportunity employer, 
and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. 
 
Qualified consumers/survivors and/or family members are encouraged to apply 
 
We retain all applications submitted for one year after the closing date of this posting for consideration in any 
future postings. 
 
As part of our commitment to Accessibility, if you wish this information in a different format, please contact our 
office at 705-645-2262 or email <a href="mailto:feedback@cmhamps.ca" target="_blank">feedback@cmhamps.ca</a>. 
 
If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please let us know prior to the interview if you require 
accommodation. 
 
We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka-Parry Sound Branch

Addiction Counsellor (46-25)

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING: OPEN UNTIL AUGUST 11, 2025, AT 4PM 


CLINICAL LEAD – CRISIS (48-25) 


Hours of Work: 35 hours per week 

Job Status: Contract until August 2027 

Base office: Bracebridge 

Competition #: 48-25 

Contract End Date: August 27, 2027 


Purpose of the Position: The primary purpose of the Crisis Team is to provide the delivery of high-quality 

crisis intervention, assessment, intake, and triage on a day-to-day basis. The Clinical Lead is a senior clinician 

and leader within the designated service. The Clinical Lead is a leader within the organization. The Clinical 

Lead provides clinical supervision, operational support, and leadership for the day-to-day operations of 

designated services, ensuring high quality and consistency of services that supports the mission, vision, core 

values, and principles of the organization, with the support of the Program Manager and policy. 


Education and Qualifications: 


 • Preferred qualifications include a master’s level post-secondary degree in Psychology, Psychiatric 

Nursing, Social Work, or equivalent degree. 

 • Current registration and in good standing with one of the following Colleges: College of Nurses Ontario 

(CNO); College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO); College of Physicians and Surgeons of 

Ontario (CPSO); College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPBAO); College of Registered Psychotherapists 

of Ontario (CRPO); or Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers (OCSWSSW). 

 • Eligibility and application in the process of membership may be considered. 

 • A minimum of 2 years’ full-time experience with mental health and substance use service provision 

applicable to the requirements of the position. 

 • Clinical consultation and supervision experience, including case conceptualization and documentation 

preferred. 

 • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 

 • Knowledge of current “best practice” as required by the position. 

 • Knowledge of current provincial mental health policy applicable to the position. 

 • Demonstrated experience and knowledge in the practices of psychotherapy 

 • Demonstrated experience in providing group, individual. and walk-in therapy 

 • Practical experience and knowledge working with people with serious mental illnesses and addictions 

and a commitment to their rights 

 • Demonstrated competency with principles and practices of individual, group and crisis interventions 

 • Ability to work autonomously as well as cooperatively within a team environment in a rural setting 

 • Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills 

 • Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, the Internet, and data management software 


 • A willingness to serve clients within the communities of the District of Muskoka and Parry Sound 

 • A valid Ontario G or G2 driver’s license, a safe and reliable means of transportation, and appropriate 

insurance for work purposes on your vehicle with a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability coverage. 

 • Bilingual in French/English language considered an asset 

 • Work schedule may include days/evenings/weekends and statutory holidays. 


Salary scale: $38.36 – $48.39 per hour commensurate with qualifications and experience 

Benefits include: Enrollment in a Registered Retirement plan with HOOPP where contributions start on date 

of hire. 


You are invited to submit your application by quoting competition number 48-25 by 4:00pm on Monday, 

August 11, 2025 to: 


The Hiring Committee 

Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka-Parry Sound Branch 

173-202 Manitoba Street 

Bracebridge, Ontario P1L 1S3 

Telephone (705) 645-2262 Online: CMHA MPS Careers Page 


Canadian Mental Health Association Muskoka – Parry Sound (CMHAMPS) is an equal opportunity employer 

and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. 


Qualified consumers/survivors and/or family members are encouraged to apply 


We retain all applications submitted for one year after the closing date of this posting for consideration in any 

future postings. 


As part of our commitment to Accessibility, if you wish this information in a different format, please contact our 

office at 705-645-2262 or email <a href="mailto:feedback@cmhamps.ca" target="_blank">feedback@cmhamps.ca</a>. 


If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please let us know prior to the interview if you require 

accommodation. 


We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

<a href="https://mps.cmha.ca/get-involved/careers/" target="_blank">https://mps.cmha.ca/get-involved/careers/</a>
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Clinical Lead - Crisis (Contract) (48-25)

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING UNTIL AUGUST 11, 2025, AT 4PM 


 Partner Assault Response (PAR) Group Facilitator (48-25) 


Location and Hours: This is a remote position (running virtually via telephone). 

Tuesday evenings from 5pm-9pm. Looking for a Male Facilitator. 

Job Status: Contract 

Competition #: 39-25 


Purpose of the Position: The purpose of this position is to provide a psycho educational group to individuals 

who have been referred to the Partner Assault Response Program. This is a court mandated program. The 

Group Co-Facilitator will work with men who have assaulted their partners. The group will run on Tuesday 

evenings. 


Responsibilities: 

 • Provide group psychoeducation, counselling and referral for men involved in the Partner Assault 

Program 

 • Complete intake, client information forms, session notes and completion reports as required 

 • To participate in team discussions to review client cases 

 • Follow curriculum for group sessions 

 • Preparation prior to and debrief following group sessions 

 • Attend staff meetings and training as required 

 • Understanding and implementation of PAR Program Standards 


This is a separate contract in addition to your current agency role. There are 4 hours allocated to this position 

each week. 


Minimum requirements include College or University Degree in relevant human service field, e.g., social work, 

criminology, psychology or social services, or an equivalent combination of experience and education. 


Questions regarding the position should be directed to Christine McCarter at 705-645-2262 Ext 1228. 


Salary scale: $43.42 - $53.54 per hour commensurate with qualifications and experience 


You are invited to submit your application by quoting competition number 47-25 by 4:00pm on Monday, 

August 11, 2025 to: 


The Hiring Committee 

Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka-Parry Sound Branch 

173-202 Manitoba Street 

Bracebridge, Ontario P1L 1S3 

Telephone (705) 645-2262 Online: CMHA MPS Careers Page 

<a href="https://mps.cmha.ca/get-involved/careers/" target="_blank">https://mps.cmha.ca/get-involved/careers/</a>

Canadian Mental Health Association Muskoka – Parry Sound (CMHAMPS) is an equal opportunity employer, 

and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. 


Qualified consumers/survivors and/or family members are encouraged to apply 


We retain all applications submitted for one year after the closing date of this posting for consideration in any 

future postings. 


As part of our commitment to Accessibility, if you wish this information in a different format, please contact our 

office at 705-645-2262 or email <a href="mailto:feedback@cmhamps.ca" target="_blank">feedback@cmhamps.ca</a>. 


If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please let us know prior to the interview if you require 

accommodation. 


We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

<a href="mailto:feedback@cmhamps.ca" target="_blank">mailto:feedback@cmhamps.ca</a>

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