Careers at Pothos

About Pothos Counselling & Consultation Services

Pothos Counselling & Consultation Services is a small, specialized private practice in Peterborough, Ontario, focused on the assessment and treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and anxiety-related concerns. Our approach is evidence-based, trauma-informed, and grounded in anti-oppressive practice. We are growing and we are looking for a skilled, motivated clinician to join us.

Position Overview

We are seeking a regulated clinician with a minimum of 3 years experience in the mental health field, in either community or private settings, who is interested in joining and expanding a private practice with a focus on OCD and anxiety. This is an independent contractor role offering significant autonomy, dedicated office space, and consultation/training support.

The right candidate does not need to arrive with OCD specialisation. What matters is solid clinical experience, a genuine interest in developing Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) proficiency, and an openness to ongoing consultation and learning. Experience working with youth and adolescents is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• • Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for clients presenting with OCD, anxiety, and related concerns
• • Provide individual therapy using evidence-based modalities including Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• • Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical records in accordance with the ethical and legal standards of your regulatory college (OCSWSSW, CRPO, RNAO, or COTO)
• • Adhere to the policies and procedures of Pothos Counselling & Consultation Services
• • Participate in regular clinical consultation with the practice founder
• • Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to OCD and anxiety treatment
• • Foster a collaborative, client-centred therapeutic relationship that supports meaningful progress

Qualifications

• • Registration in good standing as a Registered Social Worker (RSW), Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Registered Nurse (RN), or Occupational Therapist (OT) with your relevant Ontario regulatory college
• • Minimum 3 years of direct practice experience in a community or private setting
• • Master's-level education in social work, psychotherapy, occupational therapy, or a related field
• • Valid professional liability insurance for the province of Ontario
• • Demonstrated competence across a range of mental health presentations
• • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• • Commitment to evidence-based, ethical, and culturally responsive practice
• • Experience working with children, youth, and adolescents considered a strong asset

What Pothos Offers

• • Independent contractor arrangement with full autonomy over your schedule and hours
• • Dedicated, fully furnished office space available full-time beginning August 4th
• • Caseload of 5–22+ clients per week, actively supported through referrals and marketing
• • Competitive fee split: 68% to the contractor ($112.50/session) with room to grow
• • All referral intakes, marketing, payment processing, and administrative functions managed by the practice
• • Clinical consultation in OCD and ERP provided by the practice founder
• • Training in-house and provision of discretionary funds for professional development
• • Online booking and charting software (Jane App)
• • Hybrid in-person and virtual service delivery models
• • Opportunity to offer group programming
• • A collaborative, collegial working relationship with a practice committed to specialized, high-quality care

How to Apply

If you are a regulated clinician with three or more years of experience and an interest in OCD-focused private practice work, we would be happy to hear from you. Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your clinical background and interest in the role to:

hiring@pothoscounselling.com

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pothos Counselling & Consultation Services is committed to equitable hiring practices and welcomes applications from clinicians of all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of the communities we serve.