University of Toronto
Date Posted: 03/04/2025 Req ID : 41871 Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough Department : UTSC:Health & Wellness Centre Campus : University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) Position Number : 00044080
Description:
About us: The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.
Your opportunity: The Health & Wellness Centre at the University of Toronto Scarborough provides health promotion, primary care and counselling services in an interprofessional shared care model. The team delivers student-focused care and support that is compassionate, culturally responsive and evidence-based and supports students in achieving their goals and potential by inspiring hope, promoting healthy choices and supporting the healing process. The team strives to enhance services to students through collaborative partnerships across campus and in the community. Our goal is wellness for EVERY student and our vision is Transformative Inclusive Care. Thriving Community. Weare guided by our values including compassion, empowerment, empathy, support, and inclusion. The Counsellor/Therapist is a member of Health & Wellness Centre’s Counselling Services team and is embedded within Student Housing & Residence Life. Working under the direction of the Team Lead, Counselling Services and leadership of the Directors the incumbent provides personal counselling using solution/goal focused psychotherapy to students living in residence at the University of Toronto Scarborough. The Counsellor/Therapist is responsible for providing one-at-a-time/single session therapy, brief counselling to individuals, and running psycho-educational workshops and therapy groups. This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members ( Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence ). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply. Your responsibilities will include:
Assessing the mental health of clients
Liaising with the health care team to facilitate appropriate internal resources referrals for students in crisis
Developing components of treatment plans based on appropriate therapeutic approaches
Providing clinical counselling and psychotherapy to individual students and/or groups of students and making referrals to appropriate resources
Facilitating psychoeducational workshops that promote the development of coping strategies and skills
Fostering positive relationships with campus resources and community health services providers
Following rules and procedural processes related to Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA)
Exercising extreme care to prevent serious physical or emotional injury or harm
Essential Qualifications:
Master's Degree in counselling psychology or social work or acceptable combination of equivalent experience. Must be in good standing with applicable professional college.
Minimum five years of post-graduate experience in a community mental health setting and/or outpatient mental health unit performing brief or short-term counselling to individuals and groups.
Extensive experience with mental health and illness, behavioral issues, anger management, and conflict resolution.
Experience working with post-secondary students and knowledge of community mental health resources.
Extensive experience providing clinical counselling to emerging adults.
Experience with addiction assessment and treatment in individual and group settings.
Must show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with staff and senior administrators about issues facing students in crisis and make recommendations.
Knowledge and competency in maintaining confidentiality of client information according to FIPPA and PHIPA legislation.
Strong knowledge of community mental health resources.
Demonstrated ability to relate to students, staff and faculty in ways that build confidence and trust.
Able to work in a highly diverse community with students from varied backgrounds and a variety of age groups, presenting with a range of difficulties and personal issues.
Good judgment, sensitivity, flexibility, discretion and resourcefulness.
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work professionally and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team environment.
Assets (Nonessential):
Formal training/certification in two or more types of psychotherapy (e.g. cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, internal family systems, acceptance and commitment therapy, etc.) and in dual diagnosis/concurrent disorders.
Trauma informed counselling experience, life coaching, mindful based therapies and alternative evidenced based therapies.
Post-graduate experience developing, facilitating, measuring, and evaluating mental health groups and workshops.
Experience working with post-secondary students and knowledge of university mental health resources.
Fluency in a second language.
To be successful in this role you will be:
Approachable
Diplomatic
Organized
Patient
Problem solver
Resilient
Team player
Note :
Hours of Work: 8:45 AM to 5:00 PM for 3-4 days a week and 11:45 AM to 8:00 PM for 1-2 days a week
During non-peak periods, there may be remote work 1 day per week (on-site 4 days). During peak periods, the incumbent will be expected to work on-campus 5 days per week. This expectation aligns with the demand from students for in-person health care services.
A copy of the full job description is available upon request from the UTSC HR Office .
Closing Date : 03/17/2025, 11:59PM ET Employee Group : USW Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing Schedule : Full-Time Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 15 -- $95,627. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $122,290. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol. Job Category: Health & Wellbeing
Lived Experience Statement Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP .
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca .
Date Posted: 03/04/2025 Req ID : 41871 Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough Department : UTSC:Health & Wellness Centre Campus : University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) Position Number : 00044080
Description:
About us: The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.
Your opportunity: The Health & Wellness Centre at the University of Toronto Scarborough provides health promotion, primary care and counselling services in an interprofessional shared care model. The team delivers student-focused care and support that is compassionate, culturally responsive and evidence-based and supports students in achieving their goals and potential by inspiring hope, promoting healthy choices and supporting the healing process. The team strives to enhance services to students through collaborative partnerships across campus and in the community. Our goal is wellness for EVERY student and our vision is Transformative Inclusive Care. Thriving Community. Weare guided by our values including compassion, empowerment, empathy, support, and inclusion. The Counsellor/Therapist is a member of Health & Wellness Centre’s Counselling Services team and is embedded within Student Housing & Residence Life. Working under the direction of the Team Lead, Counselling Services and leadership of the Directors the incumbent provides personal counselling using solution/goal focused psychotherapy to students living in residence at the University of Toronto Scarborough. The Counsellor/Therapist is responsible for providing one-at-a-time/single session therapy, brief counselling to individuals, and running psycho-educational workshops and therapy groups. This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members ( Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence ). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply. Your responsibilities will include:
Assessing the mental health of clients
Liaising with the health care team to facilitate appropriate internal resources referrals for students in crisis
Developing components of treatment plans based on appropriate therapeutic approaches
Providing clinical counselling and psychotherapy to individual students and/or groups of students and making referrals to appropriate resources
Facilitating psychoeducational workshops that promote the development of coping strategies and skills
Fostering positive relationships with campus resources and community health services providers
Following rules and procedural processes related to Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA)
Exercising extreme care to prevent serious physical or emotional injury or harm
Essential Qualifications:
Master's Degree in counselling psychology or social work or acceptable combination of equivalent experience. Must be in good standing with applicable professional college.
Minimum five years of post-graduate experience in a community mental health setting and/or outpatient mental health unit performing brief or short-term counselling to individuals and groups.
Extensive experience with mental health and illness, behavioral issues, anger management, and conflict resolution.
Experience working with post-secondary students and knowledge of community mental health resources.
Extensive experience providing clinical counselling to emerging adults.
Experience with addiction assessment and treatment in individual and group settings.
Must show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with staff and senior administrators about issues facing students in crisis and make recommendations.
Knowledge and competency in maintaining confidentiality of client information according to FIPPA and PHIPA legislation.
Strong knowledge of community mental health resources.
Demonstrated ability to relate to students, staff and faculty in ways that build confidence and trust.
Able to work in a highly diverse community with students from varied backgrounds and a variety of age groups, presenting with a range of difficulties and personal issues.
Good judgment, sensitivity, flexibility, discretion and resourcefulness.
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work professionally and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team environment.
Assets (Nonessential):
Formal training/certification in two or more types of psychotherapy (e.g. cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, internal family systems, acceptance and commitment therapy, etc.) and in dual diagnosis/concurrent disorders.
Trauma informed counselling experience, life coaching, mindful based therapies and alternative evidenced based therapies.
Post-graduate experience developing, facilitating, measuring, and evaluating mental health groups and workshops.
Experience working with post-secondary students and knowledge of university mental health resources.
Fluency in a second language.
To be successful in this role you will be:
Approachable
Diplomatic
Organized
Patient
Problem solver
Resilient
Team player
Note :
Hours of Work: 8:45 AM to 5:00 PM for 3-4 days a week and 11:45 AM to 8:00 PM for 1-2 days a week
During non-peak periods, there may be remote work 1 day per week (on-site 4 days). During peak periods, the incumbent will be expected to work on-campus 5 days per week. This expectation aligns with the demand from students for in-person health care services.
A copy of the full job description is available upon request from the UTSC HR Office .
Closing Date : 03/17/2025, 11:59PM ET Employee Group : USW Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing Schedule : Full-Time Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 15 -- $95,627. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $122,290. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol. Job Category: Health & Wellbeing
Lived Experience Statement Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP .
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca .
Mirams Becker Inc.
ON
Catholic Health Sponsors of Ontario (CHSO) supports a network of 22 healthcare and social service organizations across Ontario, in addition to an operational portfolio that supports justice, peace and integrity of creation, carrying forward a legacy of excellence, compassion, and service to the vulnerable. Rooted in a mission of inclusivity and care, CHSO unites the Catholic healthcare and social service community to provide integrated, high-quality services that address the needs of those most in need. CHSO is supported by the Catholic Congregational Legacy Charity (CCLC) to improve the well-being of those at the margins of society. This includes preserving and safeguarding assets such as land, buildings and investment funds.
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee the organization’s operations, financial management and property stewardship, and contribute to the strategic planning process. In this critical role, you will develop and implement strategies for managing our properties, supporting congregations with future needs, and exploring new opportunities for mission activities. You will be responsible for cashflow planning, managing real estate holdings including development, leasing, and subleasing and overseeing financial activities, investments, human resources, and information technology processes. Additionally, you will work closely with the Board Finance Committee, providing strategic guidance and supporting governance processes where needed.
As COO, you will ensure operational efficiency by overseeing day-to-day financial operations, including payroll, invoicing, and banking relationships. You will implement effective risk management strategies, ensuring financial controls are in place to support organizational goals. You will also manage investment and asset management activities, evaluate new development and redevelopment opportunities, and maintain relationships with lessees. Key to your success will be your ability to engage stakeholders and act as an ambassador for the organization’s identity and reputation, while providing strategic advice to the CEO and Board of Directors.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred), with at least 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience. Strong knowledge of corporate finance, accounting principles, and risk management is essential, along with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Experience in property development is an asset, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment is crucial. Experience in and/or knowledge of the healthcare system would be considered a strong asset.
If you are a results-driven and strategic leader with a passion for operational excellence, we encourage you to apply and join our mission-driven organization.
At CHSO, you will work in a dynamic, mission-driven catholic healthcare environment where leadership, collaboration, and strategic thinking shape our future. We are committed to promoting Catholic values, creating lasting impact, and driving organizational excellence. Successful candidates will participate in the CHSO Mission Leadership Program, a program designed for lay people in leadership in Catholic health and social service organizations. It supports the vital knowledge, skills and abilities required to carry out their distinct responsibilities as Mission Leaders.
To express interest in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://www.miramsbecker.com/chief-operating-officer-chso-2/ . For additional information contact Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com .
Catholic Health Sponsors of Ontario and Mirams Becker Inc. are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Catholic Health Sponsors of Ontario (CHSO) supports a network of 22 healthcare and social service organizations across Ontario, in addition to an operational portfolio that supports justice, peace and integrity of creation, carrying forward a legacy of excellence, compassion, and service to the vulnerable. Rooted in a mission of inclusivity and care, CHSO unites the Catholic healthcare and social service community to provide integrated, high-quality services that address the needs of those most in need. CHSO is supported by the Catholic Congregational Legacy Charity (CCLC) to improve the well-being of those at the margins of society. This includes preserving and safeguarding assets such as land, buildings and investment funds.
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee the organization’s operations, financial management and property stewardship, and contribute to the strategic planning process. In this critical role, you will develop and implement strategies for managing our properties, supporting congregations with future needs, and exploring new opportunities for mission activities. You will be responsible for cashflow planning, managing real estate holdings including development, leasing, and subleasing and overseeing financial activities, investments, human resources, and information technology processes. Additionally, you will work closely with the Board Finance Committee, providing strategic guidance and supporting governance processes where needed.
As COO, you will ensure operational efficiency by overseeing day-to-day financial operations, including payroll, invoicing, and banking relationships. You will implement effective risk management strategies, ensuring financial controls are in place to support organizational goals. You will also manage investment and asset management activities, evaluate new development and redevelopment opportunities, and maintain relationships with lessees. Key to your success will be your ability to engage stakeholders and act as an ambassador for the organization’s identity and reputation, while providing strategic advice to the CEO and Board of Directors.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred), with at least 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience. Strong knowledge of corporate finance, accounting principles, and risk management is essential, along with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Experience in property development is an asset, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment is crucial. Experience in and/or knowledge of the healthcare system would be considered a strong asset.
If you are a results-driven and strategic leader with a passion for operational excellence, we encourage you to apply and join our mission-driven organization.
At CHSO, you will work in a dynamic, mission-driven catholic healthcare environment where leadership, collaboration, and strategic thinking shape our future. We are committed to promoting Catholic values, creating lasting impact, and driving organizational excellence. Successful candidates will participate in the CHSO Mission Leadership Program, a program designed for lay people in leadership in Catholic health and social service organizations. It supports the vital knowledge, skills and abilities required to carry out their distinct responsibilities as Mission Leaders.
To express interest in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://www.miramsbecker.com/chief-operating-officer-chso-2/ . For additional information contact Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com .
Catholic Health Sponsors of Ontario and Mirams Becker Inc. are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.