OSP Therapist

Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent Branch

. Provide individual and group protocol-based structured psychotherapy, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and cognitive processing therapy (CPT) .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeSarnia • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$39 - CA$47 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing structured psychotherapy, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), while ensuring culturally safe and trauma-informed care. Holds relevant professional registration and possesses experience in mental health treatment within community-based settings.

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)Masters of Social Work DegreeMental Health Treatment ExperienceCulturally Safe Mental Health Services

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Hard Skills

Structured PsychotherapyEvidence-Based Treatment ModelsTrauma-Informed CareClinical ConsultationProgram DevelopmentProgram EvaluationClient-Centered CareAnti-Racist PracticesSocial Determinants of HealthFluency in French

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationCultural CompetenceFlexibilityClient Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

Current Registration with Ontario College of Social WorkersCurrent Registration with College of Registered Psychotherapist of OntarioRegistration to Perform Controlled Act of Psychotherapy

Industry Keywords

Mental HealthAddictions TreatmentCommunity-Based SettingOutpatient CareEquitable Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide individual and group protocol-based structured psychotherapy, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and cognitive processing therapy (CPT)
Deliver treatment to individuals experiencing mild to moderate depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions
Participate in regular clinical consultation to ensure high-quality service delivery and adherence to the OSP Clinical Model
Incorporate anti-racist and anti-oppressive practices and principles in client-centered, trauma-informed care
Collaborate with clients, family members, referral sources, community partners, and the OSP program network
Provide accessible, equitable, inclusive, culturally appropriate, and relevant care, including interpretation services where applicable
Consider social determinants of health and trauma-informed approaches to care
Contribute to ongoing program development and program evaluation
Implement new practices as required
Report to the Manager of Client Services

Requirements

What you’ll need

Masters of Social Work Degree from an accredited university with current registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers; or Masters of Counselling Degree currently registered with The College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario
Masters of Occupational Therapy and/or a Masters of Nursing in good standing with a college regulated to perform the Controlled Act of Psychotherapy in Ontario, and regulated to practice the controlled act of Psychotherapy
Experience in the provision of mental health and/or addictions treatment
Experience utilizing evidence-based CBT treatment models with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions
Documented evidence of formal CBT and CPT training with appropriate supervision/clinical consultation preferred
Additional training in cognitive processing therapy (CPT) preferred
Demonstrated knowledge and practiced skills in culturally safe and responsive mental health services preferred
Experience working in a community-based or outpatient setting
Fluency in French and/or proficiency in a second language considered an asset
Valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a vehicle
Ability to work 35 hours/week with flexible hours
Current professional registration in Ontario as applicable to the qualifying degree

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible hours are required to meet the position requirements
Inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace
Maternity leave 18 months (posting context)