Clinical Manager - Supportive Housing

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community; Guelph; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced vacation entitlement

Health/dental benefits

Paid wellness days

RRSP Matching Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Job summary

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community seeks a Clinical Manager – Supportive Housing to lead clinical direction and oversight of staff across two housing support programs. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, program development, and cross-team collaboration within Guelph-Wellington/Waterloo-Wellington regions.

The ideal candidate will have a social services degree, professional registration, and at least 3 years of direct clinical experience with addiction and mental health concerns, plus

Qualifications

• Direct clinical supervision and leadership of staff.
• Experience with addictions and concurrent mental health issues.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and harm reduction.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical direction to two housing support programs.
• Oversee recruitment, supervision, and staff development.
• Support partnerships with community and funders; lead program improvement.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Team leadership

Trauma-informed practice

Policy and program development

Inter-agency partnerships

Education

BSW/MSW or related degree

Professional college registration (OCSWSSW/CRPO)

Job description

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community provides a range of residential and community-based treatment services to individuals struggling with problematic substance use and concurrent mental health issues. We recognize the role that trauma, marginalization, and oppression play in impacting the wellbeing of those we serve. Grounded in the Therapeutic Community model of treatment, the Agency is committed to taking the journey together and supporting those with whom we work to grow, thrive, and contribute to society.

About the Role:

As a member of the Clinical Leadership Team, the Clinical Manager – Supportive Housing is accountable for providing clinical direction, leadership and oversight of staff working within two distinct Housing Support programs.

The Supportive Addiction and Mental Health Housing (SAMH) program supports individuals living in the community who are dealing with significant substance use issues as well as other complexities to enhance their quality of life through the provision of support to housing, support coordination, advocacy, and counselling. Staff in this program support clients engaging in transitional housing programs, as well as clients with ongoing support needs.

The Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) programprovides a long-term, affordable housing solution with flexible and voluntary support services offered to support high-acuity individuals who are homeless with housing retention and independent living.

In this role, the Clinical Manager will be responsible for program planning, programming, recruitment support, and direct supervision of staff. In addition to demonstrating strong clinical skills and professional judgment, our ideal candidate will have experience in developing high performing staff teams.

Role Type: Full Time, Permanent (1 vacancy)

Hours of Work:

• Monday to Friday (days)
• Participation in a mandatory clinical "on call" rotation is also required, as a shared responsibility of the Clinical Leadership team, and requires weekend or evening work on a rotational/occasional basis

Why Work for Stonehenge?

• Enhanced vacation entitlement for all staff
• Excellent health/dental benefits (no employee co-pay)
• Paid wellness days
• RRSP Matching Plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program available
• Stonehenge is proud to be a learning environment - professional development opportunities available

Qualifications:

• Completion of a BSW, MSW or other University Degree relevant to mental health, addiction or Social Services
• Minimum of 3 years’ direct clinical work with individuals experiencing addiction and concurrent mental health issues required
• Registration with a professional college (i.e. OCSWSSW or CRPO) required
• Experience providing clinical supervision and team leadership an asset
• Experience with inter-agency partnerships / multi-disciplinary teams an asset
• Strong knowledge of addictions theory and practice, withdrawal management, harm reduction, and current best practices – particularly concurrent and trauma-informed
• Lived experience related to addictions and/or mental health an asset
• Valid G Driver’s License (G2 or G) and Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
• CSC Clearance conducted by PWGS Canada
• Standard First Aid/CPR Level C
• Flexible schedule as required to support program delivery
• Own transportation and reliable vehicle required - programs are delivered within Guelph-Wellington (Rural wellington) and Waterloo-Wellington, and flexibility to travel within these regions is required
• Must be able to attend work (travel to 24-7/Continuous Care Centres) within an hour of notification, when on call

Role Responsibilities:

Clinical Oversight and Management:

• Clinical and administrative supervision to program staff, and supervisors leading program staff
• Support professional development of clinical staff through coaching, feedback and mentoring
• Guide clinical decision-making and the management of high-risk situations
• Provide on call support and crisis supervision on off hours, on a rotational basis, as required
• Build and maintain high performance teams

Partnership and Funder Relations:

• Build strong relationships with all community partners and attend related meetings
• Work alongside the Leadership Team to support program development and improvement
• Provide orientation, training, and workshops regarding addiction-related topics both internally and externally on behalf of the organization
• Collaborate with STC’s community partners through joint operation and management of shared programs

Administrative:

• Conduct recruitment, performance management, discipline, and termination as required
• Complete regular clinical file audits and maintain thorough and accurate supervision notes and files
• Participate in quality assurance processes such as accreditation and the implementation of community program outcome measurement tools and reporting of results (i.e. client satisfaction surveys, retention results, etc.)
• Sign off electronic payroll, approve vacation requests and expense claims
• Perform other duties as required

Applications will be accepted until October 2, 2026 at 4pm.

We look forward to meeting you!

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community accommodates the needs of applicants throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Human Rights legislation. Should you require it, accommodation can be made at any point, upon request

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community recognizes that diversity strengthens our community. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. We believe in equitable opportunities for alland encourage cultural diversity as part of the recruitment and selection processes. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to enrich our collective growth and learning.