TELUS Health is empowering every person to live their healthiest life. Guided by our vision, we are leveraging the power of our leading edge technology and focusing on the uniqueness of each individual to create the future of health. As a global-leading health and well-being provider – encompassing physical, mental and financial health – TELUS Health is improving health outcomes for consumers, patients, healthcare professionals, employers and employees.
_Counsellor II
Permanent Full-time
In-Person Counselling
Cobourg, ON
About This Opportunity
Make a real difference in your community. As a Counsellor II in Coubourg, you'll provide high-quality, evidence-based counselling to clients facing life's most challenging moments. This role offers the clinical autonomy you're looking for while being part of Canada's leading mental health network that invests in your growth and clinical excellence.
What you’ll do
Deliver in-person, evidence-based therapy from our Cobourg office using solution-focused, brief and longer-term modalities tailored to each client's unique needs
Support clients through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Total Mental Health (TMH) programs, addressing complex presentations including mental health disorders, addictions, relationship concerns and workplace stress
Apply strength-based, client-centered approaches that honor diverse backgrounds and empower individuals to achieve meaningful change
Maintain clinical autonomy while collaborating with a Regional Clinical Supervisor who supports your professional development
Engage in ongoing clinical consultation, peer learning and access to continuing education opportunities
Utilize streamlined digital documentation systems that let you focus on what matters most—your clients
What You Bring
Required:
Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field
Minimum five years of post-master's direct clinical experience with diverse populations and presenting concerns
Current registration in good standing with OCSWSSW or CRPO
Strong clinical competency in solution-focused therapy, brief interventions and longer-term therapeutic modalities
Ability to establish therapeutic rapport quickly and work effectively with clients from diverse cultural, social and economic backgrounds
Excellent clinical judgment, self-direction and comfort working independently in a high-volume practice setting
Proficiency with electronic health records and digital clinical tools
Commitment to evidence-informed practice, ethical standards and continuous professional development
Great-to-haves:
Clinical experience with substance use disorders and addiction counselling
Cultural competency and experience working with Indigenous populations and communities
Previous experience in EAP, workplace mental health or integrated care settings
Familiarity with Cobourg's community resources and service networks
Additional certifications in specialized therapeutic modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, EMDR, trauma-informed care)
What TELUS Health Offers You
Competitive compensation with flexible FTE options to suit your lifestyle
Comprehensive benefits from day one: customizable medical, vision and dental coverage, plus up to $5,000 annually for your own mental health support
Clinical excellence bonus rewarding high-quality care delivery
Professional development support: paid professional development days, clinical supervision, continuing education opportunities and full professional membership renewal coverage
Work-life balance: generous paid time off including vacation and well-being days, plus schedule flexibility
Career growth: clear pathways for advancement within Canada's largest integrated health services organization
Clinical community: access to peer consultation, specialized clinical resources and a network of dedicated mental health professionals
Modern tools: user-friendly digital platforms that reduce administrative burden
Meaningful impact: serve your Cobourg community while being part of a mission-driven organization improving access to quality mental health care across Canada
Our Commitment to You
At TELUS Health, we believe that diverse teams deliver better care. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where clinicians of all backgrounds can thrive. We welcome applications from racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2+ individuals and all qualified candidates who share our commitment to accessible, compassionate care.
A bit about us
We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world.
TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.
Disclaimer: In accordance with the TELUS Health Solutions Data Center Security Policy, as a condition of employment, all team members whose job functions require they work at a Data Center and/or have access to detailed knowledge of technology related to client service delivery, are subject to a Personnel Security Screening conducted through the Government of Canada.
The health and safety of our team, customers and communities is paramount to TELUS. Accordingly, we require anyone joining our TELUS Health Care Centres to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.
By applying to this role, you understand and agree that your information will be shared with the TELUS Group of Companies’ Talent Acquisition team(s) and/or any leader(s) who will be part of the selection process.
What We Do
At TELUS, our purpose-driven team works together every day to innovate and do good. From providing technology solutions that make our lives safer and easier, to supporting those who need it most, our inclusive, spirited and giving people are passionate about empowering our customers, communities and each other to thrive in our digital world.
A company that helps you be your best self at home and at work:
Find a place where you truly belong, your opinions are valued and you can be your best self.
A career that ignites your full potential:
Get the guidance and support you need to explore your interests, build your skills and get where you want to go.
A culture that goes beyond the expected to strengthen communities and the planet:
Seize the opportunity to make a difference in our communities and do good for our planet as part of our purpose-driven team.
An innovative team committed to solving complex, real world problems:
Join a digitally-enabled workforce that’s pushing the boundaries to create sustainable change.
Join us, and let’s make the future friendly, together www.telus.com/careers
