CLINICIAN

McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association of Calgary & Area; Calgary; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Flexible schedule

Paid vacation

Personal days

Employee assistance program

Job summary

McMan Calgary & Area is seeking an experienced Clinician to join our Mental Health Team. The role involves direct counseling for individuals and families, clinical consultation to agency staff, and crisis debriefing within a client-centered, strength-based framework.

The Clinician will support Therapeutic Foster Care, Foster Care, and group home staff, with opportunities to facilitate DBT skills training and participate in program evaluation and trainings.

Qualifications

• Master’s level degree in Clinical Psychology, Counselling, or Social Work.
• DBT Skills Training certification preferred.
• Current standard First Aid, Suicide Intervention Training.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect clinical therapy and staff consultation.
• Maintain documentation per policy and standards.
• Deliver DBT skills training groups for youth and adults as needed.
• Provide clinical consultation to staff and crisis debriefing.
• Support staff with risk assessment and crisis response.

Skills

DBT Skills Training

Interpersonal skills

Culturally sensitive engagement

Crisis support

Education

Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, Counselling, or Social Work

Job description

Meaningful work. Lasting impact. At McMan Calgary & Area, connection is at the centre of everything we do. Each year, we support more than 5,000 children, youth, adults and families facing complex challenges, including mental health concerns, addiction, homelessness, poverty and disability. We believe every person has deep and lasting worth, and we see people for who they are, not for what they're facing.

At McMan Calgary & Area, connection is at the centre of everything we do. Each year, we support more than 5,000 children, youth, adults and families facing complex challenges, including mental health concerns, addiction, homelessness, poverty and disability. We believe every person has deep and lasting worth, and we see people for who they are, not for what they're facing.

Clinician - Mental Health Team

Permanent Part-time (24 hours/week)

McMan Calgary

Internal/External

Meaningful work. Lasting impact.

At McMan Calgary & Area, connection is at the centre of everything we do. Each year, we support more than 5,000 children, youth, adults and families facing complex challenges, including mental health concerns, addiction, homelessness, poverty and disability. We believe every person has deep and lasting worth, and we see people for who they are, not for what they're facing.

Our work supports people to rebuild and strengthen connections to self, peers, family, community, culture and the land. Belonging, identity and wellbeing grow through relationships because people need people. Professional support is there for a season or a reason, not a lifetime. We create the conditions; people build the lives they want for themselves.

The Role

McMan has an exciting opportunity for an experienced CLINICIAN to join our Mental Health team. We are looking for someone who is passionate about mental health, dedicated to their own personal growth, thrives on connecting with others and has fun delivering mental health support in creative ways. You will support staff and caregivers in Therapeutic Foster Care, Foster Care, and both residents and staff in our community group home, Manhattan Place.

The Clinician must possess creativity, critical thinking skills and an ‘out of the box’ approach to problem solving. McMan clinicians work alongside program teams, providing direct counseling for individuals and families through a client-centered, strength-based approach. This role will also be responsible for providing clinical consultation to agency staff, critical incident and crisis debriefing, as well as sharing their expertise through educational presentations for Agency staff and caregivers. The Clinician may also be expected to facilitate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills training groups.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing clinical support through direct and indirect modes of practices including individual therapy, group learning and staff consultation.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation as per program expectations, organizational policy, accreditation and professional standards.
• Reflect and integrate McMan’s service delivery model which encompasses Trauma Informed Practice, Natural Supports Framework, and a Relational Approach in clinical practice and modality.
• Facilitate DBT Skills Training groups for youth and adults.
• As required, participate in wrap-around teams to provide clinical support and perspective.
• Provide clinical consultation for program staff to support client goal attainment and crisis response.
• Provide grief and loss debriefing for staff teams and caregivers as required.
• Connect youth and families to appropriate community resources and services when applicable.
• Provide counselling support delivery through a culturally sensitive and inclusive lens.
• Work from a collaborative team-based approach to achieve program and client outcomes as applicable.
• Respond and report emergency and crisis situations following appropriate procedures, ensuring the safety and security of self and clients.
• Participate in program evaluation, accreditation and quality assurance processes.
• Work from a flexible schedule to meet client, program and organizational needs.
• Ability to assess risk (suicide and self-harm) and support youth and families through the crisis.
• Manage workload, multiple priorities and administrative responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Provide staff and client training on relevant topics.
• Flexibility to work evenings and some weekends.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Reflect and demonstrate the organizations vision, mission and goals in your work.
• Represent the organization in a professional manner.
• Complete and maintain all professional standards and trainings related to the position.
• Understand and act in accordance with the legislation, policies, standards and procedures of the program and organization.
• Establish and maintain a collaborative working relationship with colleagues across all agency programs, as well as external stakeholders to foster consistency and collaboration of services.
• Develop an understanding of all agency programs and how clinical needs and services can exist within each.
• Ensure accuracy, confidentiality and safekeeping of records

Ideal Candidate

Education & Other Requirements

• Master’s level degree in Clinical Psychology, Counselling, or Social Work (registration with a professional regulated body is expected)
• DBT Skills Training certification preferred
• Current standard First Aid Certification
• Suicide Intervention Awareness Training
• Valid Driver’s license and a reliable vehicle with adequate auto insurance ($2M + 3rd party liability)
• Current Police and Child Intervention checks (current within 6 months)

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of three years’ related experience working with children youth and families
• Strong research and evaluation skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a cohesive team
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with culturally diverse clients

Core Competencies

• Communication
• Service focused
• Outcome and results focused
• Continuous learning
• Problem solving
• Initiative/innovation

Employee Benefits And Workplace Culture

McMan provides a robust blend of employee benefits, personal days, and the opportunity to contribute to the community at large. Temp staff will have access to Health, Dental, Paramedical Services with above industry access to counselling benefits, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, and an Employee & Family Assistance Program. With paid vacation, a flexible schedule, and personal days, the organization encourages and supports work life balance.

Equity, Diversity & Reconciliation

At McMan, connection is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion because we know that diverse perspectives enrich our work and deepen our connection to the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. As part of our active reconciliation journey, Indigenous protocols, Elder guidance, and cultural learning are central to our daily work. We honour Indigenous lived experience, community connection, and cultural knowledge as vital expertise, and we invite Indigenous applicants to share their journey with us in ways that feel meaningful to them.

Salary Range: $47,153.40-$52,657.20

Closing Date: November 18, 2026 (or until a suitable candidate is found)

Thank you for your interest in McMan. We read every application, and we'll reach out directly to the people we invite to interview.

Note - the successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory work references, current (dated within 6 months) Police/Vulnerable Sector background checks, Intervention Record Check (IRC) and CPR/First Aid (all must be completed prior to start date), valid Drivers' License, current Drivers' Abstract and proof of $2M third party liability insurance.

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