Mental Health Therapist

Why join CMHA Kenora?

We are a team committed to our vision of mental health support for all. We offer an inclusive, innovative, and high-performance work culture that helps us deliver transformational impact. The organization cares about the growth, safety and well-being of employees and offers:

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Comprehensive Health Benefits
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation Days
• Learning & professional development opportunities

Deadline to apply: July 14th , 2026

Mental Health Therapist

Counselling Program

Employer: CMHA Kenora Branch

Job Title: Mental Health Therapist

Work Location: CMHA Kenora

Employment Status: Full-Time, Permanent

• Salary Range: $55,724 - $81,978 per year
• For more information, please visit www.cmhak.on.ca

Overview

The Mental Therapist reports to the Team Leader, Counselling and Treatment Program. The Mental Health Therapist is expected to work as a member of a team and is expected to participate in clinical and peer supervision.

Qualifications

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• BSW, MSW or MA in Counselling Psychology preferred or Masters level training in Occupational Therapy or Nursing.
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• Membership in good standing in a College or Association which governs the health profession
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• Knowledge of mental health/mental illness, and mental health difficulties
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• Highly developed screening, and assessment skills
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Understanding of the Recovery Philosophy

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• Leadership skills
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• Training and applied abilities in a variety of treatment modalities; CBT, RET, Narrative, Trauma, EMDR
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• Therapy, recording, and evaluation skills
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• Case management and advocacy skills
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• Professionalism in the performance of duties
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• Working knowledge of community resources, and agencies
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• Ability to build community linkages and networks to ensure planning and delivery of individualized treatment plans
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• Cultural Competence for diverse populations
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• Ability to work independently and self motivated
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• Computer literacy and recording skills

Duties

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Adherence to all policies of Canadian Mental Health Association Kenora Branch

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Assurance of confidentiality of all client, personnel, and organizational records and information

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Thorough screening and assessment of client problems in living, mental health difficulties, etc.

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In consultation with the client(s), the development and implementation of a treatment plan and evaluation of treatment goals

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Maintenance of client files, data files, and updating of client information consistent with regulating college and Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch policies and procedures.

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Intake functions including administration and scoring of screening tools, and where indicated referral to other community agencies and services

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Case Management functions including linkages and information sharing with referral agents and sources, liaison with “circle of care” (PHIPA) and other community providers

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Knowledge of screening and assessment tools and their applications

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Provision of treatment utilizing evidence based best and promising practices

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Advocacy

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Education of client, family and community

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Development and facilitation of therapy, treatment, skills enhancement or education groups

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Participate and promote interagency collaboration and integration

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Clinical supervision of undergraduate and graduate students

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Collection and data entry of all MHOLTC required client centered data

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Participate in clinical team meetings and staff meetings as scheduled

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Monitor program policies and procedures to assure their applicability to evidence based best practice and CMHA philosophy

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Draft all necessary correspondence/service plans/reports

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Participate on specific Committees or task or work groups as assigned by the Supervisor

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Provide a safe environment by ensuring adherences to Workplace Health and Safety Regulations and Policies, Infection Control Guidelines, WHIMIS and Safe Work Procedures; including but not limited to Fire, Disaster and Evacuation Plans

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Ensure client safety and client safety activities are emphasized throughout orientation of new staff members

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Support an environment which avoids, prevents and corrects all activities or actions which may result in an adverse outcome in the delivery of mental health services

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Participate in administrative and office functions as needed

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Participate in training and educational opportunities

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Responsible for self-care including awareness of and addressing the effects of vicarious traumatization

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Other duties as required

How to Apply

• Please submit your cover letter and resume to: [email hidden]
• The Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.
• Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.