Affiliate Counsellor

Family Services Windsor-Essex; Windsor; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No office rent

Flexible scheduling

Administrative support

Free clinical supervision

Professional development opportunities

Peer-led learning

Job summary

Family Services Windsor-Essex (FSWE) is seeking Affiliate Counsellors to join our clinical team as independent contractors, delivering short-term counselling and EAP services to individuals, couples, families, youth, and children. You’ll have flexible scheduling, no office rent, and administrative support, with free clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.

Registration with OCSWSSW or CRPO is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Counselling Psychology required.
• Experience counselling individuals, couples, families, youth, and children.
• EAP experience a plus; senior or disability support experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term, solution-focused counselling and EAP support.
• Conduct assessments and develop goal-oriented treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate, confidential client documentation.
• Adhere to FSWE and EAP clinical protocols and ethics.

Skills

Counselling skills

Assessment skills

Documentation

Independent work

Bilingual communication

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or Counselling Psychology

Job description

Affiliate Counsellor - Independent Contractor

Family Services Windsor-Essex (FSWE)

Are you a compassionate clinician seeking meaningful work, professional growth, and flexibility, without the administrative demands of private practice?

At Family Services Windsor-Essex (FSWE), we empower individuals and families through counselling, education, and community support. We’re currently inviting skilled Affiliate Counsellors to join our clinical team, providing high-quality counselling and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services to individuals, couples, families, youth, and children.

As an Affiliate Counsellor, you’ll work as an independent contractor, delivering clinical services to FSWE and FSEAP clients.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing short-term, solution-focused counselling and EAP clinical support
• Conducting assessments and developing goal-oriented treatment plans
• Maintaining accurate, confidential client documentation
• Adhering to FSWE and EAP clinical protocols, standards, and ethical guidelines

What We Offer

We take care of the logistics so you can focus on your clients and your professional growth:

• No office rent - Work from our fully equipped, professional counselling offices
• Flexible scheduling - You set your availability, including evenings and weekends
• Administrative support - We manage intake, billing, scheduling, and referrals
• Free clinical supervision - Ongoing guidance and individual supervision available upon request, led by experienced clinicians with over 20 years in the fields of family therapy, trauma, and workplace counselling
• Professional development opportunities -
  • Ongoing training in areas such as trauma, couples therapy, suicide intervention, and solution-focused counselling
  • Specialized workshops led by professionals with extensive experience in social work, psychotherapy, and evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, narrative, trauma-informed, and attachment-based approaches)
  • Access to peer-led learning and mentorship opportunities from counsellors across diverse practice backgrounds
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values innovation, learning, and collaboration

What You Bring

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Counselling Psychology
• Registration in good standing with the OCSWSSW or CRPO
• Experience providing counselling to individuals, couples, families, youth, and children
• EAP experience and/or experience supporting seniors and adults with disabilities is an asset
• Strong knowledge of community resources and social service systems
• Excellent interpersonal, assessment, and therapeutic skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team-based organization
• Bilingualism in French or Arabic considered a strong asset

Why Join FSWE?

At FSWE, you gain the autonomy of independent practice with the support and community of an established organization. Our counsellors consistently highlight the meaningful impact of their work, the diversity of clients they serve, and the opportunity to continue growing in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Here, you’ll find a place to learn, connect, and make a difference, while being part of a team that values compassion, inclusion, and professional excellence.

Commitment to Diversity & Accessibility

Family Services Windsor-Essex is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.