St. Clair Child & Youth Services, Lead Agency for Children’s Mental Health in Sarnia-Lambton, is currently seeking a:
Clinical Lead
External Job Posting
1.0FTE Permanent Position (35 Hours/Week)
2026-09
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Master of Social Work, or equivalent master’s degree.
· A current member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and/or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).
· Training in trauma informed practice and attachment theory and treatment.
EXPERIENCE:
· Minimum Standard: At least five (5) years experience relevant mental health treatment.
· Demonstrated progressive supervisory experience.
SKILLS:
· Advanced knowledge of the biopsychosocial presentation, determinants and precipitators of mental health and mental health disorders.
· Seasoned knowledge of a wide range of therapeutic treatment options as well as the skill and ability to provide such treatment to people of all ages with mental health issues.
· Advanced knowledge of the theory and practice research related to children’s mental health treatment, including therapeutic work with families.
· Advanced knowledge of clinical supervision theories and techniques, including motivation, education, evaluation, performance standards, and ethical guidelines for the provision of clinical supervision.
· Working knowledge of the different referral agencies/services available within the SCCYS catchment area.
· Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
· Adherence to a professional code of ethics.
· Working knowledge of the legislation governing the practice of mental health treatment.
· The ability to work independently with minimum of supervision yet remain part of a multi-disciplinary team; adaptability.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills with clients, parents and professional staff as evidenced by:
o concisely written clinical reports
o detailed treatment programs, and,
· effective verbal presentations to the relevant community, peer group and service consumers.
POSTING DATE: May 6, 2026
POSTING END DATE: June 25, 2026 at 4:30 PM
SALARY: $37.95 - $45.01/Hour
LOCATION: 129 Kendall Street, Point Edward, ON, N7V 4G6
SHIFT: 35 Hours Per Week
START DATE: To Be Determined
PERKS & BENEFITS: Extended healthcare, dental, life insurance, AD&D, short-
term disability coverage, Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP),
EAP & more!
This position advertised is for an existing vacancy.
Interested applicants are asked to apply via email: [email protected] by 4:30 PM on the posting end date with, “2026-09” as the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest in St. Clair Child & Youth Services; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with St. Clair Child & Youth Services policy, offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of a satisfactory police record check, dated within twelve (12) months of the offer, as well as verification of required education, certifications, and training relevant to the position.
St. Clair Child & Youth Services is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis), racialized persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations, and persons of all gender identities and expressions.
We also encourage applications from bilingual candidates proficient in both French and English, as this skill supports communication and enhances service delivery within our diverse community.
St. Clair Child & Youth Services is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Job applicants are informed that accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the hiring process. When an accommodation request is received, the agency will consult with the applicant to understand their specific accessibility needs and determine appropriate accommodation. This may include discussing the nature of the barrier, identifying suitable accommodation options, and confirming the applicant’s preferred method of support. The agency will work collaboratively with the applicant and, where appropriate, external support to implement reasonable accommodation in a timely manner and at no additional cost to the candidate, while respecting privacy and confidentiality.
Pay: $37.95-$45.01 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Language training provided
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Work Location: In person
