Registered Psychotherapist

NuVista Mental Health 

Independent Contractor

Minimum Commitment: 12 billable hours per week

Work Location: Hamilton, Ontario (YWCA Hamilton) and Virtual

About NuVista

NuVista Mental Health is a national network of mental health clinics serving communities across Canada. With locations from coast to coast and a growing portfolio of specialized sub-brands, NuVista is committed to accessible, evidence-based, and patient-centred care. 

The Opportunity

As a Registered Psychotherapist, you will have the autonomy to build and manage your own practice within a supportive, established clinic environment. You will benefit from a steady referral base, opportunities for collaboration, and access to resources that support both your clinical work and professional growth. This unique opportunity supports Everwell's partnership with the YWCA Hamilton counselling program. The successful clinician will provide a combination of in-person counselling services at the YWCA's downtown Hamilton location and virtual counselling services for both YWCA-referred clients and Everwell clients. This position is supported in part through a community partnership currently in place until March 2027. Clinicians may also receive referrals from Everwell's broader client network and may continue beyond this period based on organizational needs and client demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Registered Psychotherapist

• Provide experienced PTSD and Trauma-Informed Care

• Able to provide experienced psychotherapy, psychoeducational and/or psychological assessments

• Experience with WSIB program

• Effectively manage case load, reporting

• Additional Role Expectations:

• Ability to work a minimum of 12 hours per week

• Able to work in person at YWCA Hamilton 1-2 days per week

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Clinical or Counselling Psychology (or related field) 
• Registered and in good standing with the appropriate regulatory body 
• 3+ years of relevant working experience in areas of practice
• Professional Liability Insurance (or willingness to obtain) 
• Experience providing psychotherapy and/or psychological assessments 
• Experience with trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches 
• Strong clinical judgment, professionalism, and case management skills (e.g., timely reports)
• No supervision required would be an asset

What You’ll Experience

• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance and autonomy over your practice 
• Strong referral network and consistent client flow 
• Established clinic infrastructure and administrative support (HR, Finance, Marketing, Referrals, Scheduling and Billing) 
• Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team (Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Social Workers, Therapists) 
• Regular clinical consultation and team collaboration opportunities 
• Team events and celebrations
• A positive team culture with opportunities for connection and recognition

Additional Benefits:

• Full-Time Contractors (20+ billable hours per week) are also eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits package
• Continuing Education Allowance
• Training and Professional Development support 
• Referral program