Child and Family Therapist

Child and Family Therapist (Independent Contractor)

Young Sprouts Therapy | Thornhill, ON

Young Sprouts Therapy is a growing child and family psychotherapy practice dedicated to supporting children, parents, and families through thoughtful, developmentally informed care. We are currently seeking a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) or Registered Social Worker (RSW) to join our team as an independent contractor.

This role is ideal for a clinician who enjoys working closely with children and parents, values collaboration, and wants to be part of a supportive, well-run practice.

Core Client Population (Required)

• Children ages 7 to 12
• Parent support, including parent coaching, feedback sessions, and collaboration with caregivers

Bonus Experience (Asset, Not Required)

• Work with children ages 0 to 6
• Work with adolescents and teens (ages 12 to 17)
• Training or experience in one or more of the following:
• Attachment-based approaches
• Play therapy
• Art therapy
• Music therapy
• Theraplay
• Training or experience in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, ACT, EFT, or Narrative Therapy
• Additional certifications, continuing education, or specialized trainings relevant to child, adolescent, or family therapy

Schedule & Availability (Required)

• In-person availability at our Thornhill office
• Monday to Thursday, between 3:00 pm and 9:00 pm
• Minimum 4–5 hours per day
• At least 4 days per week
• Sundays: availability in either morning or afternoon hours is a strong asset
• Minimum 15 client hours per week, with opportunity to grow beyond this

Compensation

• $90–$110 per clinical hour, based on experience, training, and fit
• Independent contractor position

What We Offer

• Full administrative support, including intake coordination, billing, and general client communication during admin hours
• Ongoing clinical support and consultation from our Clinical Director
• A collaborative, respectful team culture
• Consistent referrals and a steady caseload
• Flexible scheduling within required availability
• A well-established practice with clear systems and expectations
• Optional team meetings and team supervision, with opportunities for case consultation, learning, and connection with other clinicians

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct parent intake sessions as the initial session, gathering background information, understanding family goals, and setting a collaborative treatment plan before beginning child sessions
• Provide in-person psychotherapy to children
• Conduct parent coaching and feedback sessions as part of treatment
• Maintain timely and professional clinical documentation
• Complete session notes and records using Jane App
• Manage scheduling and rescheduling outside of admin hours when needed
• Communicate professionally and promptly with parents, admin staff, and the Clinical Director
• Participate in case discussions and collaboration as appropriate
• Uphold ethical standards and regulatory requirements of your college
• Maintain professional boundaries, reliability, and consistency with clients
• Participate in optional team meetings or group supervision as desired
• Contribute positively as a team player, demonstrating professionalism, collaboration, and respect for colleagues and support staff

Requirements

• Registration in good standing as a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) or Registered Social Worker (RSW)
• Experience working with children ages 7–12 and their parents
• Comfort providing parent coaching and feedback
• Availability that meets the scheduling requirements above
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Comfort using practice management software (Jane App experience is an asset)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual, Freelance

Pay: $90.00-$110.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 25 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vaughan, ON L4J 3M6