Psychotherapist (Research)

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,572 - 69,472; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP

Transit access

Flexible work environment

Development opportunities

Corporate discounts

Job summary

The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre at University Health Network (UHN) invites a Psychotherapist in Research, or a clinician with psychotherapy training, to join the Global Centre for Research and Training in Psychological Care (G-CPC). This 50/50 role blends clinical psychosocial oncology and research/education support.

The successful candidate provides evidence-based psychosocial care, engages in ongoing education, and supports research and program development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Health, Psychology or Social Sciences or recognized equivalent.
• 2-3 years of practical and related experience.
• Member in good standing of appropriate regulated health professions College.
• Experience providing individual and group psychotherapy is an asset.
• Training in CALM, EASE, mentalization-based and relational psychotherapies preferred.
• Experience in research coordination and data analysis is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based psychosocial oncology care, including CALM and EASE, to individuals, couples and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient and family wellbeing.
• Document clinical work per UHN standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in case discussions, care planning, and clinical rounds.
• Support educational, program management, and research activities within the G-CPC.
• Coordinate supervision groups, workshops, and clinical training programs.

Skills

Psychotherapy

Clinical psychology training

Research coordination

Education facilitation

Education

Master's degree in Health, Psychology or Social Sciences

Job description

Union: Non-union

Number of Vacancies: 1

New or Replacement Position: New

Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, University Health Network (UHN)

Department: Supportive Care

Reports to: Director, Global Centre for Research and Training in Psychological Care

Salary Range: $40.34 - $50.43 per hour

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Shifts: Days

Status: Temporary Full-time (1 year contract)

Closing Date: August 15, 2026

Position Summary

The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is seeking a Psychotherapist in Research, or a candidate with Clinical Psychology training that includes psychotherapy, to join the Department of Supportive Care within the Global Centre for Research and Training in Psychological Care (G-CPC). This role is divided equally between clinical psychosocial oncology practice (50%) and research, project management, and education support (50%).

The successful candidate will provide compassionate, evidence-based psychosocial care that is grounded in a patient-centered, relational therapeutic approach. The role requires strong clinical skills, interest in adult education, and the ability to support ongoing research and program development. Subject to available funding, a contract extension or more permanent role within the G-CPC may be possible.

Duties

• Clinical Responsibilities
  • The successful candidate will deliver evidence-based psychosocial oncology care, including:
  • Completing psychosocial assessments and delivering psychotherapy (i.e., Managing Cancer and Living Meaningfully [CALM] and Emotion and Symptom-Focused Engagement [EASE]) to individuals, couples, and families affected by cancer; psychotherapy delivery will be in the context of hospital-based clinical programs (e.g. CALM Clinic) as well as research trials (e.g. evaluating the benefit of psychotherapy added to usual care to support patients and families affected by cancer).
  • Collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams to support patient and family wellbeing across the illness trajectory.
  • Documenting clinical work in accordance with UHN standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Participating in case discussions, care planning, and clinical rounds.
• Research, Education, and Program Responsibilities
  • This portion of the role supports educational, program management, and research activities within the G-CPC.
• Educational Program Support
  • Coordinating and facilitating supervision groups for clinical trainees and early career clinicians.
  • Supporting the development and delivery of workshops, seminars, and clinical training programs.
  • Assisting with the creation and maintenance of online and digital educational materials.
• Research and Project Coordination
  • Supporting quantitative and qualitative research related to CALM and EASE therapy, clinician training, and supportive care innovation.
  • Assisting with ethics submissions, data collection, study coordination, data analysis, and knowledge dissemination.
  • Managing timelines, communication, and workflow across multiple national and global projects.
  • Liaising with internal, national, and international collaborators involved in quality improvement initiatives.

• At minimum, completion of a master's degree in Health, Psychology or Social Sciences or recognized equivalent required.
• At minimum, 2-3 years of practical and related experience required.
• Member in good standing of appropriate regulated health professions College (including College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario; Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers; etc.).
• Experience in providing individual and group psychotherapy is an asset.
• Clinical competence to provide structured psychotherapy in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, grief/loss is an asset.
• Experience providing services via information and communication technology (e.g., telehealth/ telemedicine/MS Teams) preferred.
• Training in CALM, EASE, mentalization-based, and relational psychotherapies preferred.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills, comfortable leading supervision groups and educational sessions is an asset.
• Experience in research coordination, knowledge translation, and qualitative or quantitative data analysis is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary clinical and research team.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to UHN values of safety, compassion, teamwork, integrity, and stewardship.

Why join UHN?

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) https://hoopp.com/
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.