Psychotherapist (Research)

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Union: Non-union
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, University Health Network (UHN)
Department: Supportive Care
Reports to: Director, Global Centre for Research and Training in Psychological Care 
Salary Range: $40.34 - $50.43 per hour 
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Days
Status: Temporary Full-time (1 year contract)
Closing Date: August 15, 2026

Position Summary:

The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is seeking a Psychotherapist in Research, or a candidate with Clinical Psychology training that includes psychotherapy, to join the Department of Supportive Care within the Global Centre for Research and Training in Psychological Care (G-CPC). This role is divided equally between clinical psychosocial oncology practice (50%) and research, project management, and education support (50%).

The successful candidate will provide compassionate, evidence-based psychosocial care that is grounded in a patient-centered, relational therapeutic approach. The role requires strong clinical skills, interest in adult education, and the ability to support ongoing research and program development. Subject to available funding, a contract extension or more permanent role within the G-CPC may be possible.

Duties

• Clinical Responsibilities 
  • The successful candidate will deliver evidence-based psychosocial oncology care, including:
  • Completing psychosocial assessments and delivering psychotherapy (i.e., Managing Cancer and Living Meaningfully [CALM] and Emotion and Symptom-Focused Engagement [EASE]) to individuals, couples, and families affected by cancer; psychotherapy delivery will be in the context of hospital-based clinical programs (e.g. CALM Clinic) as well as research trials (e.g. evaluating the benefit of psychotherapy added to usual care to support patients and families affected by cancer).
  • Collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams to support patient and family wellbeing across the illness trajectory.
  • Documenting clinical work in accordance with UHN standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Participating in case discussions, care planning, and clinical rounds. 
• Research, Education, and Program Responsibilities
  • This portion of the role supports educational, program management, and research activities within the G-CPC.
• Educational Program Support
  • Coordinating and facilitating supervision groups for clinical trainees and early career clinicians.
  • Supporting the development and delivery of workshops, seminars, and clinical training programs.
  • Assisting with the creation and maintenance of online and digital educational materials.
• Research and Project Coordination
  • Supporting quantitative and qualitative research related to CALM and EASE therapy, clinician training, and supportive care innovation.
  • Assisting with ethics submissions, data collection, study coordination, data analysis, and knowledge dissemination.
  • Managing timelines, communication, and workflow across multiple national and global projects.
  • Liaising with internal, national, and international collaborators involved in quality improvement initiatives.

• At minimum, completion of a master's degree in Health, Psychology or Social Sciences or recognized equivalent required.
• At minimum, 2-3 years of practical and related experience required.
• Member in good standing of appropriate regulated health professions College (including College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario; Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers; etc.).
• Experience in providing individual and group psychotherapy is an asset.
• Clinical competence to provide structured psychotherapy in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, grief/loss is an asset.
• Experience providing services via information and communication technology (eg. telehealth/ telemedicine/MS Teams) preferred.
• Training in CALM, EASE, mentalization-based, and relational psychotherapies preferred
• ​​​​​​​Strong presentation and facilitation skills, comfortable leading supervision groups and educational sessions is an asset.
• Experience in research coordination, knowledge translation, and qualitative or quantitative data analysis is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary clinical and research team.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to UHN values of safety, compassion, teamwork, integrity, and stewardship.

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. 

• Competitive offer packages  
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/) 
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service 
• A flexible work environment  
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization 
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) 

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration. 

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.