Therapist

FULL TIME - 40 hours per week

Knowles Centre is a community-based, nonprofit agency for children, adolescents and young adults facing difficult times. We offer a range of therapeutic programs that help our clients to address trauma, current struggles, develop healthier relationships and ways of life, and reach their full potential.

Why work at Knowles Centre?

Work-Life Balance

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive and professional environment

Paid sick time

Free parking

The therapist provides direct assessment and treatment services to youth and their caregivers/families and will provide group facilitation.

The ideal candidate should have:

Clinical experience working with youth and families

Excellent assessment and counselling skills

Group Facilitation Skills and Experience

Experience working with children and adolescents with behavioral and mental health struggles

Experience with individual therapy and family therapy

Understanding, training and experience in trauma and trauma informed practices

An understanding of colonization, intergenerational trauma, and Indigenous practices.

Knowledge and experience in the areas of mental health and grief and loss

Excellent communication, interpersonal and written skills

The ability to work both independently and flexibility

A Bachelor’s or preferably Master’s degree (e.g. Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy) and Registration is required.

The therapist will have a supportive and enthusiastic team environment and will have a private office, all located on our scenic campus. The therapist will receive regular supervision.

Knowles Centre is committed to providing a safe environment for children and youth. The successful applicant will have a clear Criminal Record Check, Child and Adult Abuse Registry Checks, and Prior Contact Check.

Salary: $63,460.80 to $77,292.80

Start Date: ASAP

This position will be an excellent opportunity for the right candidate.

Please send resumes by September 14, 2026 at 4:30 pm to:

Lauren Hershfield: lhershfield@knowlescentre.org

Knowles Centre is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We are a friendly organization that welcomes applications from all individuals who share our vision of maintaining a respectful environment for all.

Knowles Centre Inc. acknowledges that we are gathered on Treaty 1 territory, the traditional territory of Anishinaabee, Cree, Anisininew, Dakota, and Dene People, and the homeland of the Métis Nation. With the spirit of reconciliation and decolonization, we seek to understand our place in history, and build alliances with Indigenous communities through education and collaboration.

Thank you to all those who apply; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.