Who we are
Children are at the front and centre of what we do; they are the foundation of
our purpose and the basis for our evidence-driven strategy. Our mission is to
transform the lives of children, youth and their families by developing and
delivering innovative, research-based mental health and early learning programs.
At the Child Development Institute (CDI), we are passionate about helping our
communities’ most vulnerable members and their caregivers. It motivates each of
us to face what can be difficult situations while continuously finding the
purest joy in play, in silence, in advice, and in the unbelievable strength and
resilience of our young clients. Joining us now is a rewarding opportunity to be
part of an organization that is built on a legacy of more than 100 years of
helping children and families.
Recognized as a leader and model for measurement-based impact, we are
client-centred, family-centred, and data-informed. We are a place where
professionals grounded in mental health, care, and well-being of infants,
children and youth, come together in collaboration, learning and inclusion. As a
multiservice organization delivering social, emotional, and behavioural
counselling services, early childhood education, learning disabilities and
mental health services, and family violence services, we address the whole
person from when they begin their life. Every child and family that reaches out
to us is unique, and we value and embrace their individuality. We deliver the
tailored support and tools they need to build life-long skills, positive mental
health, and resilience. With their trust in us, we guide children and families
along a supportive journey. It is an often difficult path and simultaneously the
most rewarding experience for providers, children and families.
Who we need
Reporting to the Director, Clinical Services, we are seeking a Consultant who
will uphold CDI’s clinical standards and policies while fostering a culture of
excellence and continuous improvement.
As a Clinical Supervision Consultant, you will provide strategic oversight and
leadership in the clinical supervision of a team of Clinical Managers. This
pivotal role ensures that Clinical Managers and their teams are equipped to
provide high-quality, evidence-informed, trauma-informed, and client-centered
care in alignment with CDI’s clinical policies and standards.
This is a part-time, remote consulting role, working approximately 10-15 hours
per week.
Who you are
You have a Master of Social Work (MSW) and are registered in good standing with
a relevant Ontario regulatory college (e.g., OCSWSSW). You bring extensive
supervisory experience in children’s and community mental health services. While
you may now be running your own private practice, you have a background in
community-based settings and understand the unique challenges and opportunities
they present. You have provided clinical oversight to practitioners, guided case
management and treatment planning, and supported teams through crisis
situations. You are a strong communicator, a trusted mentor, and a leader who is
passionate about advancing clinical practice to improve outcomes for children,
youth, and families.
What’s in it for you
Profound purpose. You will play a pivotal role in supervising and supporting
Clinical Managers whose work directly impacts the lives of children, youth, and
families. Your guidance will strengthen systems of care that ensure
high-quality, trauma-informed, evidence-based services.
Flexibility that fits. With a commitment of just 10–15 hours per week, this role
is fully remote and designed to complement your private practice or other
professional interests. It gives you the opportunity to contribute your
expertise and broaden your impact while maintaining balance and autonomy.
Expertise in action. You will focus on what you do best: clinical supervision,
quality assurance, documentation review, and risk management. Your leadership
will directly support compliance, continuous improvement, and the professional
development of CDI’s Clinical Managers.
Lasting impact. By helping shape supervision practices and strengthening
frontline leadership, you will influence outcomes for children, youth, and
families while reinforcing CDI’s reputation for excellence in mental health
care.
As our new Clinical Supervision Consultant, you will:
- Supervise. You will provide direct clinical supervision to Clinical Managers
and their teams, ensuring practices align with ethical, professional, and
organizational standards. You will develop individualized supervision plans,
implement CDI’s Clinical Supervision Framework, and document regular
sessions.
- Guide practice. You will support staff in clinical assessments, treatment
planning, case management, and crisis intervention. You will oversee clinical
documentation for accuracy, compliance with PHIPA, and best practice
standards.
- Strengthen quality assurance. You will review documentation for quality and
compliance, track supervision effectiveness, and make recommendations to
improve practice. You will maintain risk management logs for escalated cases
and advise on systemic risk mitigation strategies.
- Contribute to development. You will identify training and development needs
for Clinical Managers and their teams, and coordinate or deliver targeted
training sessions, providing input into updates of clinical policies and
procedures where needed.
- Analyze and evaluate. You will monitor service volumes, caseloads, and
emerging needs. You will contribute to program evaluation frameworks, outcome
measurement tools, and reports analyzing supervision effectiveness and
service delivery trends.
- Collaborate. You will work closely with internal leadership to coordinate
supervision processes, ensure consistent service delivery, and foster a
culture of continuous improvement across teams.
What you bring
- The expertise. You hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) and are registered in
good standing with a relevant Ontario regulatory college. You bring 5 years
of clinical supervisory experience working with children, youth, and families
with complex mental health needs, including direct experience in
community-based mental health settings. You have in-depth knowledge of
evidence-based approaches, including trauma-informed care, family-centered
therapy, and crisis intervention.
- The therapeutic expertise. You can engage with individuals and teams with
sensitivity, empathy, tact, and diplomacy. You have exceptional communication
skills and a proven ability to gain trust and nurture professional
relationships. You are attentive and responsive, able to balance priorities
and manage competing demands. You can provide calm guidance in high-stakes
situations and model the importance of self-care.
- The integrity. You hold yourself to high professional standards and exercise
good judgment in making decisions within the scope of this role. You adhere
to excellence in professional and ethical standards, including principles
related to supervision, documentation, confidentiality, and compliance. You
are sensitive to the uniqueness and demands of a public service agency and
can maintain the security of client-related and agency information.
- The people leadership. You lead by example and foster an environment of
respect, collaboration, and openness. You are experienced in mentoring and
coaching clinical professionals, supporting their growth, and strengthening
team effectiveness. You value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and you
actively contribute to a culture that reflects these commitments.
Other requirements
- All applicants are advised that offers of employment are contingent upon the
successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Credential verifications and references are required.
Join us.
Fostering positive transformations in mental health for over a century, CDI is a
world-class leader trusted in helping children, youth and families through a
wide range of evidence-informed services to build lasting change.
At CDI, we prioritize the mental well-being and work-life balance of our teams.
We acknowledge the reality of the emotionally demanding work each of us puts in
every day. To that end, we strive to create a collaborative, diverse, inclusive,
and equitable space where creativity flourish by offering:
- Flexible hours in a planned program environment.
- A focus on cross-disciplinary collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
If you want to be part of our vision to make a measurable lifelong impact on the
mental health and well-being of children, youth and their families, join us.
Apply now
If you're excited about this role but your experience aligns differently with
every requirement, we encourage you to apply. While specific qualifications are
strictly required, others can be based on various experiences, backgrounds, and
knowledge. We can't promise an interview, but we will consider your whole
application.
What you can expect from our interview process:
- A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor will discuss your interest in the
role and background. The conversation will be recorded using BrightHire, an
AI-powered video interview tool. More details will be shared when you are
invited to interview.
- An in-person interview with the Hiring Manager and another senior leader
within the team. You will have an opportunity to further expand on your
clinical knowledge and people leadership experience as well as ask follow-up
questions on the role.
CDI is firmly committed to diversity within its community and welcomes
applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of
North America and the world, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and
those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. We are
committed to providing equitable opportunities in employment and to providing a
workplace which is free from discrimination and harassment. We are equally
committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you require
accommodations, please reach out to us at careers@childdevelop.ca
[careers@childdevelop.ca]
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