Interfaith Counselling Centre (ICC) strengthens the fabric of our community by equipping individuals, couples and families to realize emotional wellness and triumph over life’s challenges.
For 40 years, ICC has been supporting individuals and families across Waterloo Region and the surrounding rural communities. Located in New Hamburg, ICC serves the Township of Wilmot and the broader communities of Wellesley, Perth East, Blandford-Blenheim, East Zorra-Tavistock, and Waterloo Region.
We are committed to providing accessible, compassionate, client-centred counselling services that honour the dignity, strengths, experiences, and diversity of every individual we serve.
Position Summary: Full-Time Salaried Therapeutic Counsellor
ICC is seeking a Full-time Therapeutic Counsellor to join our clinical team. Reporting to the Clinical Director, the successful candidate will provide counselling services to youth, adults, couples, and families, make appropriate community referrals, and contribute to the ongoing mission of the agency.
The Therapeutic Counsellor will provide services using a trauma-informed, strengths-based, client-centred, and culturally responsive approach that promotes safety, empowerment, collaboration, and resilience.
The position requires some non-business hours, including one evening per week. Hours are negotiable within a range of approximately 21-40 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide professional counselling services to individuals, couples, families, and youth.
- Conduct therapeutic assessments and develop collaborative treatment plans.
- Utilize trauma-informed, integrative therapeutic approaches that support client safety, choice, autonomy, and healing.
- Deliver counselling services in person, virtually, and by telephone.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation.
- Identify and facilitate referrals to appropriate community resources and supports.
- Participate in case consultation and professional development activities.
- Represent ICC in a professional manner within the community as required.
- Adhere to all professional practice standards, ethical guidelines, and ICC policies and procedures.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
Education:
- Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychotherapy, Counselling Psychology, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Theology (with counselling focus), or a related discipline.
Professional Registration:
- Current registration and good standing with one of the following:
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
- College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
- Or another recognized professional regulatory body appropriate to the role.
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of post-Master's clinical experience preferred.
- Experience working with youth, adults, couples, and families.
- Training or experience in trauma therapy, attachment-focused interventions, or family systems approaches is considered an asset.
- Experience within a non-profit or community-based mental health setting is an asset.
- Experience collaborating with community partners and support services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong integrative clinical knowledge, assessment, intervention, and case management skills.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care and its application in therapeutic practice.
- Commitment to anti-oppressive, culturally responsive, and client-centred practice.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong organizational and documentation abilities.
- Familiarity with local community resources and referral networks.
- Comfort providing services through multiple modalities, including virtual counselling.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation.
- Supportive clinical environment with consultation opportunities.
- Meaningful work that contributes to the well-being of rural and regional communities.
- An organization committed to compassion, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Equity and Inclusion
Interfaith Counselling Centre is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, identities, abilities, lived experiences, faith traditions, and cultural communities. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.
Application Information
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume, cover letter, and available start date in confidence to:
ICC Clinical Director
Interfaith Counselling Centre
23B Church Street
New Hamburg, Ontario N3A 1J1
Email: [email protected]
Position is currently available. Start date is negotiable.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
