An Job title:Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Pay: CAD $60 an hour
Job type: Part‑time, Independent Contractor
Shift & schedule: Flexible schedule · Day shift · Evening shift (depending on availability)
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Individual & group supervision
- Professional development workshops
- Supportive, collaborative culture
- On‑site parking
- There is an opportunity for this position to become a payroll position in the future
About Us
Purple Life Psychology is a well‑established mental‑health clinic in Ontario. We deliver compassionate, evidence‑based care to clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, including those navigating significant life transitions and systemic barriers. We’re expanding our team with a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who values professional growth, cultural humility, and client‑centered service.
Position Overview
You will provide culturally responsive, trauma‑informed psychotherapy to adults, couples, and families experiencing complex stressors, displacement‑related challenges, or other vulnerabilities. Working under CRPO supervision, you’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver wrap‑around, holistic care.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete thorough biopsychosocial assessments to clarify clients’ strengths, needs, and goals—particularly for those who have experienced trauma, loss, or systemic inequities.
- Design and implement individualized treatment plans using evidence‑based modalities (CBT, DBT, EFT, EMDR) with a trauma‑informed lens.
- Provide short‑ and longer‑term psychotherapy that emphasizes safety, stabilization, and empowerment.
- Maintain high‑quality documentation that meets all CRPO and privacy legislation requirements.
- Liaise with community resources, medical providers, and settlement services to support continuity of care.
- Engage in regular supervision, case consultations, and professional development to refine clinical skills for working with vulnerable populations.
- Uphold ethical, legal, and professional standards at all times.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or a related discipline.
- Registration: Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in good standing with the CRPO (or equivalent).
- Experience: Clinical experience supporting individuals from culturally diverse and/or socio‑economically marginalized backgrounds.
- Languages: Fluency in English is required.additional language is an asset
- Skills:
- Competence in trauma‑focused and culturally sensitive interventions.
- Strong crisis‑management, safety‑planning, and advocacy skills.
- Excellent communication, rapport‑building, and documentation abilities.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records and virtual therapy platforms.
Preferred Attributes
- Commitment to ongoing professional development in trauma‑informed and anti‑oppressive practice.
- Ability to navigate complex systems and coordinate care with external agencies.
- Exceptional time‑management and organizational skills.
- Warm, client‑centred, and collaborative approach.
How to Apply
Email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line “Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) – Your Name”. In your cover letter, describe your experience working with vulnerable or marginalized populations and confirm your fluency in English and Farsi.
Purple Life Psychology is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $60.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3P4
