Counsellor
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About Toronto Metropolitan
At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.
About Toronto Metropolitan
At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.
Toronto Metropolitan University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
As an employer, we are working towards a people first culture and are proud to have been selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018. To learn more about our work environment, colleagues, leaders, students and innovative educational environment, visit check out @TorontoMet and @ECItorontomet on Twitter, and visit our LinkedIn company page.
The team
Student Integrated Health & Wellbeing (SHaW) includes the Medical Centre, Centre for Student Development and Counselling (CSDC), and Health Promotion Programs. In SHaW, a comprehensive, holistic model of health is engaged to support student health and wellbeing. The Medical Centre provides health care services on campus including assessments, immunizations, physicals, and more. The CSDC offers free, confidential counselling services provided by a team of counsellors and counselling interns. Using a personalized care model, the team works with students to develop a personal wellbeing plan, and services offered include group and one-on-one care. Finally, Health Promotion shares health tips and strategies to students at TMU and runs the peer support programming.
The Opportunity
The Counsellor position enhances the student experience at Toronto Metropolitan University, and embodies Toronto Metropolitan University’s commitment to a Whole Campus Whole Health approach to student development, health, and wellbeing.
Counsellors engage in responsive program development and delivery aimed at fostering wellbeing in our diverse student population. This includes, but is not limited to, working within a personalized and equitable care model of service delivery with a focus on providing brief and ongoing psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and community referrals.
The counsellor will be a key partner in working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to support mental health needs of undergraduate and graduate students at TMU. The successful candidate will also provide generalist counselling for a diverse population of university students across schools and faculties. Particular consideration will be given to candidates with lived experience as a member of one of the following equity-deserving communities (LGBTT2SQQIIAAP or Muslim) and interested in supporting students from a shared background.
Qualifications
To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:
- Successful completion of a Master’s degree in a counselling-related field. Post-Master’s experience in individual and group counselling, crisis intervention, and program development is preferred.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Registration and in good standing with a Professional College governing the practice of psychotherapy in the province of Ontario.
- Dynamic, innovative, evidence-informed counsellor with a client-focused, trauma-informed approach to counselling.
- Strong generalist counselling skills and ability to work with a diverse client population in a short-term goal-directed therapy practice model.
- Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills are required to deliver and evaluate counselling and crisis intervention services for students, including risk-assessment, crisis management, complex case management, outreach and referrals.
Additional Information (MAC)
Position Number(s) Reports To Director, Student Integrated Health & WellbeingDepartment Centre for Student Development and Counselling (CSDC), Student Integrated Health & WellbeingEmployee Group MACVacancy Type Term Work Location HybridStart Date ASAPEnd Date 1 year from start dateHours of Work 36.25Grade C42Salary Scale $68,719 – $109,773Hiring Salary Range $68,719- $89,246TA Specialist –Posting Date August 19, 2025Application Close Date September 1, 2025
- Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.
- As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
- Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University’s career site.
- We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit your request through the AskHR webform. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
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Seniority level
Not Applicable
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Employment type
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