Hillel Ontario Therapist

Hybrid Position 

Reports to: Chief Campus Officer 

About Hillel Ontario 

A recognized leader in the international Hillel movement, amplifying vibrant Jewish campus life across nine campuses and serving over 14,000 Jewish students. We centralize organizational expertise so our campus professionals can focus on student engagement and building meaningful community connections. We embrace religious and political diversity, supporting a broad spectrum of identities through innovative programming, immersive experiences, and leadership opportunities. Together, we empower the next generation of Jewish leaders to make an enduring impact on Jewish life, Israel, and the world.

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced clinician who is both an exceptional therapist and experienced in running a successful clinical practice. This person will help establish and grow Hillel Ontario's counselling service by building trusted relationships, developing referral networks, and creating a sustainable, student-centred therapy practice. The Therapist will provide counseling and therapy to clients in individual and group interventions for University students. In addition, the Therapist will develop and deliver mental health education, workshops, and training for staff and students as needed. The role also connects students with appropriate campus and community resources, ensuring they receive integrated, holistic support tailored to their individual needs.

This is a hybrid position, combining virtual clinical work with periodic travel to Hillel Ontario campuses throughout the academic year. Campus visits are an important part of the role, providing opportunities to build relationships with students and staff, increase visibility and accessibility, deliver programming, and strengthen partnerships across the Hillel Ontario network.

Position type and expected hours of work

This is a full-time Hybrid position with flexible work hours, equivalent to 4-5 full days per week. The majority of work will be conducted during regular business hours, with flexibility required to meet student and organizational needs. Travel to Hillel Ontario campuses across the province is required on an occasional basis.

Key Responsibilities

Counselling & Crisis Management

• Provide counselling services primarily virtually through secure virtual (video) and telephone appointments.
• Clinical responsibilities include assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and treatment implementation as appropriate.
• Interventions may include individual and group therapy, case management, and crisis intervention. Provide referrals and case management services to clients as needed.
• Address acute student crises and triage active concerns alongside campus Hillel staff.

Outreach and Education 

• Cultivate partnerships with key campus and community service providers to facilitate referrals and enhance students' access to support services.
• Maintain knowledge of current resources in the Greater Toronto Area as well as across the province of Ontario.
• Partner with Hillel staff and student leaders to advance wellness initiatives and integrate wellbeing practices into Hillel programs, events, and student experiences.
• Develop and deliver evidence-informed mental health and wellness workshops, training, and educational programming for staff, students, and student leaders.
• Periodic in-person campus visits are an essential component of the role. Travel to Hillel Ontario campuses as required to build relationships, provide training, and support wellness initiatives. 

Documentation and Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation, including intake assessments, case notes, treatment plans, and other required records.
• Collect, track, and utilize program and client data to support reporting, evaluate service effectiveness, and inform continuous quality improvement.
• Manage client billing using Hillel Ontario's sliding-scale fee structure and maintain accurate billing records.

Collaboration with Hillel Ontario Staff

• Work with Chief Innovation and Strategy to help support the mental health and wellness pillar
• Partner, support  and consult with campus Hillel staff and community partners in addressing a wide range of student needs.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings, training, clinical supervision and staff gatherings.

Administration, Supervision and Management

• The project will prioritize knowledge mobilization and seize opportunities to capture, integrate, share and promote best practices among other communities.
• Possibly supervise an MSW student intern for their field placement beginning in year two of this role.

Competencies

• Demonstrated experience conducting clinical assessments, therapeutic counselling, and case management for a hybrid (virtual and in-person) caseload.
• Proven ability to build and sustain a therapy practice through community outreach, relationship-building, referral development, and exceptional client care.
• Strong knowledge of mental health services, community resources, and referral pathways across Ontario.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to engage, support, and connect with students and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Thorough understanding of Ontario's legal, ethical, and professional standards of practice, including client confidentiality, privacy legislation (e.g., PHIPA), documentation requirements, informed consent, and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing culturally responsive, inclusive, and trauma-informed care to individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities.

Required education and experience

• A Master's degree or Doctoral level degree in social work, psychology or counseling from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 5 years of post-registration clinical experience as a fully licensed mental health practitioner.
• Minimum 3 years of experience establishing, managing, or growing a counselling practice or clinical service, including developing referral networks, building and maintaining a sustainable caseload, and implementing effective practice systems.
• Registered and in good standing with the appropriate Ontario regulatory college, such as the OCSWSSW or the CRPO.
• Additional training or certification in evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, or other relevant approaches is considered an asset.
• Experience providing counselling to adolescents, post-secondary students, and/or young adults, including virtual therapy.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to establish and grow a new clinical service within a community-based organization.
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset with the initiative, adaptability, and ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Cultural competence and an understanding of Judaism, Jewish traditions, Jewish communal life, and the unique experiences of Jewish students is considered an asset.

What We Offer

• A market competitive base salary with a starting range between $70,000 - $85,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Ongoing clinical support, including internal supervision and external clinical supervision.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including extended health, vision, dental, life insurance, and long-term disability (LTD) coverage.
• Generous paid time off, including 15 days of vacation to start, mental health and wellness days, and paid Jewish holidays.
• A flexible hybrid work environment that supports work-life balance.
• The opportunity to build and shape a new clinical practice within a mission-driven, community-based organization.
• A collaborative and people-focused team committed to student wellbeing and professional excellence.
• Access to exceptional professional development opportunities and a network of colleagues across Hillel Ontario and the broader Hillel movement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hillel Ontario is an equal opportunity employer and employs personnel without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, religion, disability, family status, marital status (including single status), gender identity, gender expression, record of offenses, sex (including pregnancy and breastfeeding), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.