Psychotherapist

Boreal Clinic is recruiting experienced Registered Social Workers (RSWs) and Certified Counsellors and Psychotherapists (CCC, RP) to join our growing mental health team in the heart of downtown Whitehorse, Yukon Territory in Fall of 2026. Our focus is in therapies that have strong research support for a range of specific concerns and conditions.

Who We Are

Boreal Clinic is an allied health clinic providing co-located health and education-related services that are united in their dedication to delivering high-quality essential care in the Yukon Territory. In September 2026, we are expanding to develop a robust mental health team to serve youth, adults, and elders. Our aim is to build a thriving service with opportunities for programming and training in specializations that are not yet available in “The Wilderness City.”

Work culture

Boreal Clinic strives to create a healthier community from the inside out. We believe practitioner wellbeing is an integral part of community-wide health, so our work structure and perks are designed to support staff wellbeing and professional growth. We are an inclusive, 2SLGBTQ+ affirming, and diversity-celebrating clinic that aims to create an environment of belonging for all staff and clientele, regardless of identity.

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work or a counseling field AND registration in Canada (RSW, RP, or CCC)
• 3+ years of experience delivering evidence-informed care for adults, elders, and/or youth
• Existing registration(s) in good standing
• Experience and interest in clinical training, supervision, and consultation
• Strong candidates will have interest or experience in structured, targeted therapies, such as one or more of the following: CBT-based therapies for sleep health and insomnia; CBT or ACT for tinnitus and other auditory conditions; CBT or ACT for chronic pain
• At least 2 professional references

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Skilled in evidence-based therapies, including (at minimum) one Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• Knowledgeable in the selection and utilization of the most current scientifically validated assessment methods
• Committed to staying current in the scientific literature relevant to area(s) of practice and in the application of scientific evidence to clinical decision making
• Recognizes and values community and cultural healing practices; recognizes evidence-based practice as one of many paths.
• Demonstrated awareness, sensitivity, and interest toward understanding and continuing education about the needs of individuals from a range of groups and backgrounds, including: socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, racial, ethnic, cultural, disability, and other historically underrepresented groups
• A commitment to social justice, equity, and inclusion, which includes willingness and humility to independently explore personal biases and behaviours
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to collaborate effectively with professional staff, students, and clients
• Strengths in tolerating ambiguity and adjusting to change as this clinic grows and develops, ideally with your input and contribution!
• Self-disciplined and independently able to maintain timeliness of high-quality documentation and communication with coworkers and clientele
• Strong ethical-mindedness and orientation

What Boreal Clinic can offer

• Competitive salary based on education and experience
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Administrative support
• Moving expenses
• 4-day work week with “flex time” and option for flexible 5-day work week
• Paid time off
• Continuing education
• Consultation and collaboration
• Promotional opportunities